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FlatPress

A flat-file CMS that stores posts as plain text files, no database required.

About FlatPress

FlatPress is a blogging system that keeps everything in simple text files instead of a database like MySQL. Your posts are stored as plain .txt or .html files, making the whole site easy to back up, move, or version control with git. It comes with a clean admin panel, plugin support, and multiple theme options, so you can customize the look and feel.

The software runs on any standard PHP host. It supports comments, categories, static pages, and a built-in contact form. Plugins add features like archive widgets, anti-spam measures, and social media links. FlatPress is lightweight and works without complex server setups. It was forked from the original FlatPress project and is now maintained by a small community.

This tool is best for bloggers who want a simple, portable site without dealing with database maintenance. It's free, open source under GPLv2, and ideal for personal or small-scale publishing. The project emphasizes low overhead and straightforward file-based content management.
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Quick Facts

Pricing
Free
License
Open Source
Platform
Any Platform
Version
1.3.1
Developer
FlatPress Community