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Description

SMF offers a comprehensive solution in a single package, providing a user-friendly forum equipped with a multitude of robust features designed for both administrators and users. It is a collaborative open-source initiative developed by volunteers globally. With its advanced Package Manager, SMF enables quick integration of countless modifications from its extensive database, along with a selection of custom themes that enhance the visual appearance of your site. If you encounter any challenges, you can rely on the expertise of SMF's dedicated Support Team as well as the supportive members of the community, who are always ready to help resolve any issues you may face. Known as Simple Machines Forum, or SMF for short, this free, professional-grade software package allows you to establish your own online community in mere minutes. Additionally, its sophisticated template engine gives you complete control over the design of your message board, and the unique SSI (Server Side Includes) feature facilitates seamless interaction between your forum and website. This versatility makes SMF a popular choice for those looking to create an engaging online community.

Description

Vanilla Forums makes it easy to create an online community your customers and audience will love. Our open source and hosted products are used by thousands of companies to increase brand loyalty, brand advocacy, and lower customer service costs. Vanilla's customers include a wide range of companies from all over the globe.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

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Integrations

Chatwee
Clicky
Craft CMS
Easyflow
Flarum
Hootsuite
KeyCAPTCHA
Kryptronic eCommerce
Mailchimp
NetSuite CRM
Oracle Cloud CX
Salesforce
SearchUnify
Sturdy
WordPress
Zendesk

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

Simple Machines Forum

Founded

2006

Website

www.simplemachines.org

Vendor Details

Company Name

Vanilla Forums

Founded

2009

Country

Canada

Website

vanillaforums.com

Product Features

Community

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

Product Features

Collaboration

Brainstorming
Calendar Management
Chat / Messaging
Contact Management
Content Management
Document Management
Project Management
Real Time Editing
Task Management
Version Control
Video Conferencing

Community

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

Social Networking

Activity / News Feed
Advertising Management
Blogs
Data Security
Event Management
Group Management
Media Library
Privacy Options
Real-time Chat
Social Media Integration
Social Media Tagging
User Profiles

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