Joomla! is a free and open-source content management system (CMS) for publishing web content. Over the years Joomla! has won several awards. It is built on a model–view–controller web application framework that can be used independently of the CMS that allows you to build powerful online applications.
Joomla! is one of the most popular website softwares, thanks to its global community of developers and volunteers, who make sure the platform is user friendly, extendable, multilingual, accessible, responsive, search engine optimized and so much more.
What's a content management system (CMS)?
The definition of a CMS is an application (web-based), that provides capabilities for multiple users with different permission levels to manage (all or a section of) content, data or information of a website project, or intranet application.
Managing content refers to creating, editing, archiving, publishing, collaborating on, reporting, distributing website content, data and information.
Joomla! in the real (online) world
Joomla! is used all over the world to power millions of websites of all shapes and sizes.
Discover examples of companies using Joomla! in the official Joomla! Showcase Directory.
Joomla! can be used for:
Corporate websites or portals, intranets and extranets
Small business websites
Online magazines, newspapers, and publications
E-commerce and online reservations
Government, non-profit and organisational websites
Community-based, school and church websites or portals
Personal or family homepages ...
Being a web agency, how can Joomla! help me?
If you’re an agency who develops websites for your customers, Joomla! is the perfect tool for you (have a look at our benefits and features). Designed to be easy to install and set up, even if you're not an advanced user. With a short learning curve (we provide free video training as well) you’ll be able to quickly build sites for your clients. Then, with a minimal amount of instruction, you can empower your clients to easily manage their own sites themselves.
If your clients need specialised functionality, Joomla! is highly extensible and thousands of extensions (most for free under the GPL license) are available in the Joomla! Extensions Directory.
As a developer, can I use Joomla! in a more advanced way?
Some companies and organisations have requirements that go beyond what is available in the Joomla! Core package. In those cases, Joomla's powerful application framework makes it easy for developers to create sophisticated add-ons that extend the power of Joomla into virtually unlimited directions.
The core Joomla! Framework enables developers to quickly and easily build:
Inventory control systems
Data reporting tools
Application bridges
Custom product catalogs
Integrated e-commerce systems
Complex business directories
Reservation systems
Communication tools
Since Joomla! is based on PHP and MySQL, you're building powerful applications on an open platform anyone can use, share, and support.
To find out more information on leveraging the Joomla! Framework, visit the Joomla! Framework site.
Joomla! seems the right solution for me. How do I get started?
Joomla! is free, open, and available to anyone under the GPL license. Read Getting Started with Joomla! to find out the basics.
If you're ready to install Joomla! by yourself:
Download the latest version of Joomla!
You can find it on the Joomla! Downloads Portal, you'll be up and running in no time.
And if you need any help, visit our official forums and documentation. You can also watch our training videos.
Joomla! provides also another way to get started without having to install it:
Free website on launch.joomla.org
This is the easiest way to start your first Joomla! website immediately. You can launch a totally free and fully functional website in seconds and start publishing your content online immediately.
Average Rating: 4.0/5.0
Total Reviews: 376
How Do G2 Users Rate Joomla?
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Has the product been a good partner in doing business?: 8.2/10 (Category avg: 8.7/10)
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Content Authoring: 8.5/10 (Category avg: 8.6/10)
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Flexible Navigation Structures: 7.9/10 (Category avg: 8.3/10)
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API: 7.7/10 (Category avg: 8.3/10)
Who Is the Company Behind Joomla?
Who Uses This Product?
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Who Uses This: CEO, Marketing Manager
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Top Industries: Information Technology and Services, Marketing and Advertising
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Company Size: 68% Small, 22% Medium
What Do G2 Reviewers Say About Joomla?
AI-generated summary from verified user reviews
Pros
- Users value the extensive customizability of Joomla, noting its flexibility and control for building complex websites.
- Users appreciate the helpful community support of Joomla, which enhances their overall experience and success.
- Users value the robust content management features of Joomla, praising its flexibility and extensive documentation.
- Users value the extensive customization options in Joomla, enabling tailored solutions for complex website needs.
- Users find Joomla's ease of use ideal for both novices and experts, with extensive documentation and helpful community support.
Cons
- Users find Joomla's confusing interface challenging, as it can delay site setup and frustrate new users.
- Users experience app integration issues with Joomla, lacking support for multiple frameworks and integrated backup options.
- Users find that using Joomla requires coding knowledge, making it less accessible for beginners and non-developers.
- Users find the lack of support for multiple frameworks in Joomla limits their template and application development options.
- Users find the developer challenges frustrating due to insufficient documentation and complicated processes for creating components.
What Are G2 Users Discussing About Joomla?
