What is PunBB?

PunBB is a streamlined discussion forum built on PHP, designed to be a quicker and more compact option compared to other forums, while operating under the GNU General Public License. Although it lacks some features found in other platforms, its speed and capacity to produce smaller, XHTML-compliant pages provide notable benefits. As a PHP-based solution, PunBB necessitates the PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor and a database to handle forum information, with support for databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQLite. Certain functionalities, including private messaging, file attachments, and advanced formatting options, remain unimplemented, and while it is uncertain if these will be incorporated in the future, many have been fulfilled through community-developed modifications. Ultimately, PunBB takes a minimalist stance on online communication, attracting users who value performance over a plethora of features. Additionally, the active development of user-created mods broadens the platform's functionality, enabling it to evolve in response to diverse user requirements. This adaptability is key to maintaining its relevance in the ever-changing landscape of online forums.

Integrations

Screenshots and Video

PunBB Screenshot 1

Company Facts

Company Name:
PunBB
Date Founded:
2003
Company Location:
United States
Company Website:
punbb.informer.com/about.php

Product Details

Deployment
Windows
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

PunBB Categories and Features

Community Software

Content Management
Content Moderation
Discussions / Forums
Event Management
Group Management
Ideation / Crowdsourcing
Member Directory
Membership Management
Social Media Management
Website Management
White Label

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