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Simple Machines Forum

Free, professional grade software package that allows you to set up your own online community within minutes.

Website
https://www.simplemachines.org/
Source code
https://github.com/SimpleMachines/SMF
GitHub stars
755
Repository activity
1 November 2026
Latest release
v2.1.8, 11 October 2026
Health
Active From the repository record in this build
License
BSD-3-Clause
Platforms
PHP
Categories
Communication - Social Networks and Forums

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