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phpBB vs MyBB: Which Forum Software Is Right for Your Community?
Both phpBB and MyBB are among the world's most popular forum platforms, but they serve different types of communities. We compare features, performance, extensibility, and ease of use to help you choose.
Read articleHow to Grow Your Forum from 0 to 1,000 Members
Building an engaged community from scratch is hard. These proven tactics will help you attract, retain, and activate your first thousand members.
Read articleFacebook Groups vs Your Own Forum: Why Communities Are Switching
Facebook Groups are convenient, but owning your community platform gives you control, data, and a better member experience. Here's the full comparison.
Read articleFlarum Beginner's Guide: Setting Up a Modern Forum in 2025
Flarum is beautiful, fast, and extension-friendly. This step-by-step guide walks you through setup, extensions, and customisation from scratch.
Read article10 Forum Moderation Strategies That Keep Communities Healthy
Good moderation is the backbone of a thriving community. These strategies help you maintain a positive, on-topic forum without burning out your mods.
Read articleSimple Machines Forum (SMF) Complete Setup Guide
SMF is one of the most flexible and trusted forum platforms. This guide covers installation, essential settings, themes, and the top mods to install first.
Read articleBest Forum Software in 2025: Complete Platform Roundup
We tested all 8 major forum platforms available on NexForum and ranked them across usability, features, performance, and mobile experience.
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