NodeBB

Open-source community forum software built on Node.js, self-hosted or on paid hosting.

FreemiumOpen sourceWebSelf-hosted
Official websitenodebb.orgSource codegithub.comDocumentationdocs.nodebb.org

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About NodeBB

NodeBB is forum software for running a discussion community away from mainstream social sites. It is mobile-ready and powers thousands of forums, with a public showcase of examples.

The open-source version can be installed and maintained on your own server by people comfortable with Node.js. The developers also offer monthly hosting plans with a free trial, and custom enterprise deployments arranged through sales.

Strengths

  • Self-hosted open-source edition
  • Mobile-ready interface
  • Official hosting available if you do not want to run a server

Limitations

  • Self-hosting requires Node.js and server maintenance
  • Hosted plans cost money after the trial

Details

Pricing
FreemiumFree to self-host; managed hosting is a paid monthly plan.
License
Open source, license not stated
Developer
NodeBB
Platforms
Web, Self-hosted
How it runs
Self-hosted, Hosted service
Best suited for
Communities that want their own discussion forum
Categories
Social networks
Last verified
Added
Provenance
Facts checked against the developer's own pages and store listings, 1 sources on file.

Alternatives to NodeBB

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Software that can replace NodeBB for an important use case, and what changes if you switch.

  • Lemmy

    Federated link aggregator and discussion platform.

    FreeOpen sourceWebSelf-hosted

    Lemmy is a federated link aggregator where communities span many servers, with a Rust server instead of a single Node.js forum and no paid hosting.

  • PieFed

    A self-hosted federated forum and link aggregator that works with Lemmy and the wider fediverse.

    FreeOpen sourceWebSelf-hosted

    PieFed is a Python-based federated forum that works with Lemmy communities, offering a flagship instance instead of NodeBB's paid hosting plans.

  • Mbin

    A self-hosted federated content aggregator with voting, discussion threads and microblogging for the fediverse.

    FreeOpen sourceSelf-hosted

    Mbin combines link aggregation, voting and microblogging and federates over ActivityPub, but must be self-hosted with no official hosting option.

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