Free Message Board - phpBB
Most web hosting plans we offer includes free message board software called phpBB. (*)
phpBB is a flexible, powerful, easy to use message board package written in the fast PHP programming language. phpBB includes all the features you need to setup and run your own online message board. Here are some examples of the key features of phpBB:
- Create unlimited forums and organize them into as many categories as you like
- Create private forums for only specified user groups
- Powerful Built-in Search engine
- Powerful message formatting with different font styles, sizes, quoting, code display, image posting, automatic URL linking and more
- Email notification of replies to your topics
- ... and much more
Installing phpBB is Easy
Setting up an phpBB message board on your web site is easy. Simply use the CPanel Control Panel software included with every web hosting plan we offer. To install a phpBB forum, just click the "Bulletin Board" link, follow the simple on screen instructions and your phpBB message board will be installed in about 1 minute.
Below is a screen shot that shows you the CPanel interface you will use to install your free phpBB message board. (Click the image below for a full-size view of the screen shot.)
Example phpBB Bulletin Board
Here is an example screen shot that shows you what a phpBB bulletin board could look like. (Click the image below for a full-size view of the screen shot.)
Remember, this is just an example of how the phpBB message board can look. You will be able to customize the look of your forum to fit your exact needs and tastes.
Important Note
(*) Since phpBB requires a MySQL database, only web hosting plans that include MySQL database support can utilize the phpBB feature. If you are unsure if your plan includes MySQL database support, please contact support via the Online Helpdesk for assistance.
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