phpBB

phpBB is one of the most popular computer programs for creating and managing online forums.

Features of phpBB

Planning to create your own online forum? Then you need this program. As it is easy to understand from the name, it is based on PHP, but also provides the user with extensive features of databases such as MySQL, MS-SQL, PostgreSQL or Access. The latest version of the program has some nice new features such as reCAPTCHA 2.0 support and an improved BB-code parser that allows users to use all kinds of emoji on the forum. In addition, thanks to the introduction of PHP 7 support, it was possible to achieve a significant improvement in product performance.

Program features:

• creation of forums without any programming knowledge;
• ability to use databases of MySQL, MS-SQL, PostgreSQL and Access;
• BBCode support;
• extensive administration and moderation;
• access rights setup;
• support for reCAPTCHA 2.0;
• smart notifications;
• improved citation system.

Note that the program is distributed in English. However, it has support for a huge number of language packs. To use phpBB in Russian you can download the russifier from our site.

The phpBB software for Windows is free. You can download it without registration and sending any SMS.