Kirby
The CMS that adapts to you
Kirby is a content management system that stores all content in plain text files and folders, eliminating the need for a traditional database. This file-based approach simplifies setup, version control, and portability, making it straightforward to manage websites without complex infrastructure. It solves the problem of overcomplicated CMS setups by keeping content structured as simple text files where folders represent pages.
The system offers a Panel interface for content editing, a plugin API for extending functionality, and supports headless or traditional delivery to browsers, phones, tablets, and other devices. It includes features like user permissions, multi-language support, and a REST API. Kirby is built on a PHP foundation and can be customized through blueprints, templates, and its plugin ecosystem.
Kirby is designed for developers, designers, creators, and clients who need a flexible, file-based CMS. It is a self-hosted, licensed product with no free plan, but a trial version is available for evaluation. Licensing is per project, with different editions offering varying feature sets, and support includes security updates for active major releases.
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