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Fork CMS vs PyroCMS

Both stand on content management systems. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Fork CMS

Free plan LinuxSelf-hostedWeb

Fork CMS offers website publishing features in a self-hosted, open-source package. Check its stated server requirements and release information before choosing it for a site.

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PyroCMS combines Laravel-oriented content management with multilingual publishing, structured content, and extensibility. Its free open-source core suits self-hosted projects, while Pyro PRO adds paid addons and GitHub access.

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The facts

	Fork CMS	PyroCMS
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Linux, Self-hosted, Web	API, Self-hosted, Web
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	Pyro PRO: $25 per user a month
Plans published	1	1
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	fork-cms.com	pyrocms.com
On content management systems	#53 of 165	#49 of 165

Fork CMS: what it does well

Free and open source
Includes workflows and custom user roles
Supports multilingual content and custom content types
Themes and apps can extend a site
Names Campaign Monitor and Google Analytics integrations

What to know first

Self-hosted installation requires a compatible server
Minimum requirements include PHP 7.1 and MySQL 5.0
Latest listed release is dated 1 August 2023
The forum is described as little used

PyroCMS: what it does well

Free and open source under the MIT License
Mobile-responsive control panel
Multilingual content and translation routing
Scheduled posts and structured navigation
Custom roles, permissions, and registration flows

What to know first

Pyro PRO costs $25 per user monthly
Self-hosted deployment requires managing the installation
Advanced capabilities may require Laravel development knowledge

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