description HTMLy Overview
HTMLy is a ghost CMS – a system that presents itself as a traditional website backend but operates entirely within a browser via JavaScript, offering a secure and isolated development environment without requiring server-side installation.
help HTMLy FAQ
Does HTMLy require a database to run?
No — HTMLy is a flat-file blogging platform written in PHP, so all posts and pages live as plain files (Markdown/text) on disk rather than in MySQL. That means it runs on virtually any PHP host with zero database configuration. Backups are as simple as copying the content folder.
Where do I get HTMLy, and is it free?
HTMLy is free and open source, maintained publicly on GitHub with downloadable releases. Being flat-file and self-hosted, there's no subscription — you only pay for your own web hosting. The repository's documentation walks through installation on standard shared hosting.
Do you write posts in HTMLy using Markdown?
Yes — HTMLy is Markdown-first: you write entries in Markdown and the engine renders them into static-style blog pages, which keeps authoring fast and portable. It's aimed at bloggers who want a lightweight, file-based workflow rather than a database-driven admin. There's also a visual editor option in newer versions for those who prefer it.
Can I import my content from WordPress into HTMLy?
Yes, HTMLy includes an importer for WordPress content, converting posts into its flat-file Markdown structure. Images and attachments should be copied over as part of the migration. As with any import, test on a fresh install first since plugins and themes won't carry across.
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