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Known vs PluXml
Both stand on blogging platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APISelf-hostedWeb
Known combines multiple publishing formats with privacy, customization, and self-hosting options. Consider the technical requirements if you plan to host it yourself.
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Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+2
PluXml offers database-free site management with standard publishing tools and fixed collaboration roles. Its self-hosted requirements make server administration part of using it.
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| Known | PluXml | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Self-hosted, Web | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | PluXml |
| Website | withknown.com | pluxml.org |
| On blogging platforms | #25 of 125 | #29 of 125 |
Known: what it does well
- Supports private sites and group discussions
- Publishes through four feed formats
- Custom domains, CSS, JavaScript, and plugins
- Offers data export and APIs
- Free Basic service is listed
What to know first
- Self-hosting requires a web server and specified databases
- Theme customization uses custom code
- Known plan is limited to 200 authors
PluXml: what it does well
- Stores site data in portable XML files
- Includes five user permission levels
- Supports multilingual content in 11 languages
- Provides RSS feeds and media management
- Free GPL-licensed software
What to know first
- Requires self-hosted server setup
- No custom user roles
- Needs PHP 7.2 or later and the GD library
- Documentation recommends manual security and backup steps