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Simple Machines offers free open source software such as SMF, a community forum written in PHP.

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Director of Software Architecture, NexTravel
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Having used the software since 2003, this reviewer found Simple Machines Forum to be a better choice than its predecessor due to fewer security issues. The application suffers from outdated design and a problematic plug-in methodology that complicates customization.

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Katina H.
Live, Love, Learn
06/07/2021
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SMF is the most elegant solution I've used so far.

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I first tried using SMF several years ago when I needed to deploy a forum fast for demo purposes. Trying SMF and some other solutions to choose the best one for intuitive administration, supporting all features they desired, I choose SMF. Everyone loved it! SMF got awarded with "Best free forum award" in 2009. In my opinion, that should have been news to no one, as it was fully expected. Installation and configuration are relatively fast and easy, with minimal server and client requirements. SMF has its own package manager for smooth administration. With all that said, it is worth noting that SMF supports the industry security standards. The features supported are too many to list separately. What really got me at first were the overall smoothness, the language support and the interface. SMF supports PHP and MySQL/PostgreSQL, Apache, ASpell, user ranking, smileys, email notifications, file upload, user karma, permission profiles, over 45 different languages, themes, mods and customizations, etc. Dedicated tools are available for easy conversion from other forum software to SMF for easy transition. And the best part is that it is open-source!
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Andrew F.
01/28/2019
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SMF is the best forum software ever

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The best parts about SMF is that it is free and open source and very secure. It has many features like premium subscriptions, Access Control Lists (ACL), and great media features. Moderation and Administration is very easy. I use the development version because Its new theme is great

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What is SimpleMachines?

SimpleMachines is an organization that develops the open-source forum software called Simple Machines Forum (SMF). Established to offer an easy-to-use, efficient, and customizable platform, SMF caters to community builders seeking robust forum solutions. The software is designed to facilitate straightforward installation and administration while delivering powerful features that support a variety of user needs. It is built with PHP and uses MySQL for its database backend, making it a versatile choice for webmasters. SimpleMachines.org serves as the hub for downloading the software, accessing support and documentation, and engaging with the community around SMF development and use.

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2007