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LocalGov Drupal vs Single Digital Presence
Both stand on government website builders. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source APILinuxSelf-hosted+1
LocalGov Drupal offers a council-focused CMS with publishing, governance, accessibility, and multisite features. Its free software still needs technical resources, hosting, and ongoing maintenance.
Visit LocalGov Drupal Free plan Open source APISelf-hostedWeb
SDP combines Drupal publishing tools with shared design, security, and support services for Victorian Government sites. Consider whether the free vic.gov.au option fits; custom websites and additional services may involve charges.
Visit Single Digital PresenceThe facts
| LocalGov Drupal | Single Digital Presence | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web | API, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | LocalGov Drupal flying solo: £9,999, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | localgovdrupal.org | vic.gov.au |
| On government website builders | #1 of 33 | #3 of 33 |
LocalGov Drupal: what it does well
- Free and open-source publishing platform
- Includes content tools for services, alerts, and elections
- Optional workflows support approvals and scheduled publishing
- Content and functionality target WCAG 2.1 AA
What to know first
- Implementation requires development resources
- Requires appropriate hosting and ongoing security updates
- Designed for councils across the UK and Ireland
Single Digital Presence: what it does well
- Publishing includes revision history and federated approvals.
- Each website receives Google Analytics dashboards.
- Design framework states WCAG Level AA compliance.
- Online training, help centre, and Community of Practice are available.
- New vic.gov.au sections have a free option with approval.
What to know first
- Free section creation requires committee approval.
- Maps, hosted websites, and other listed services incur charges.
- Pricing for paid services is on request.
- 24/7 emergency support applies to covered outages and emergencies.
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