Simple Machines Forum (SMF) is a free, open-source forum software package written in PHP, offering a full-featured community platform with support for user groups, moderation, theming, and plugins. It’s designed to be fast, secure, and customizable, making it ideal for creating online communities of any size.

Features

  • Admin dashboard for managing users, boards, and permissions
  • Built-in moderation tools and private messaging
  • Theme and plugin support for customization
  • SEO-friendly URLs and content management
  • Supports member groups and permission hierarchies
  • Community-driven with multilingual support

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Categories

Communications

License

MIT License

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Operating Systems

Linux, Mac, Windows

Programming Language

PHP

Related Categories

PHP Communications Software

Registered

2025-06-16