What does Kirby need to run?

Kirby needs a supported PHP version (currently 8.2 to 8.5, with 8.4 recommended in the docs) and the standard PHP extensions listed in its reference. It works without a database, and Apache needs no extra configuration.

Can Kirby run on shared hosting?

Yes, on a cPanel account with a current PHP version selected. Because it is file-based, no MySQL database is needed. Remember that Kirby requires a paid licence for public production sites, separate from hosting.

How do I install Kirby on cPanel?

Open cPanel, launch the Softaculous one-click installer, select Kirby, choose the domain and directory, and confirm. It typically takes a few clicks with no manual upload. You can then sign in to the Panel to start editing.

Is Kirby free to use?

Kirby publishes its code publicly but is not free for public sites: its site says a licence is required for production use, while a free development licence covers non-public installs such as staging servers. Check its licensing page for current terms.

Can I install other applications on the same plan as Kirby?

Yes. Every Hostripples cPanel NVMe plan includes the full Softaculous library, so on one account you can run Kirby alongside other apps in its category (Portal / CMS), such as Joomla and Open Real Estate, plus hundreds of other applications, subject to your plan's resources. You can add each app on its own domain or subdomain and upgrade to a larger plan at any time.

Which Hostripples plan should I choose for Kirby?

Kirby is documented as a light application, so the Starter plan is a sensible start for one site; upgrade any time if traffic grows.

Do you migrate my existing Kirby site for free?

Yes. We migrate your site for free with all hosting plans.

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cPanel NVMe Hosting Plans for Kirby

Pick a server region and a plan, then install Kirby from Softaculous in one click. Prices are live from our billing system.

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Starter

First site, blogs, portfolios

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10 GB NVMe Storage (RAID1)
1 Website
1 GB RAM · 1 core
Unlimited bandwidth, email & MySQL
Free Let's Encrypt SSL & free migration
LiteSpeed Enterprise + LSCache
Imunify360 · KernelCare · CageFS
Daily JetBackup backups
cPanel · Softaculous (400+ apps)
24×7 support · 99.99% uptime

Smart

Small business, a few projects

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30 GB NVMe Storage (RAID1)
5 Websites
2 GB RAM · 2 cores
Unlimited bandwidth, email & MySQL
Free Let's Encrypt SSL & free migration
LiteSpeed Enterprise + LSCache
Imunify360 · KernelCare · CageFS
Daily JetBackup backups
cPanel · Softaculous (400+ apps)
24×7 support · 99.99% uptime

Business

Agencies and growing stores

Enterprise

High-traffic, large portfolios

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150 GB NVMe Storage (RAID1)
Unlimited Websites
6 GB RAM · 4 cores
Unlimited bandwidth, email & MySQL
Free Let's Encrypt SSL & free migration
LiteSpeed Enterprise + LSCache
Imunify360 · KernelCare · CageFS
Daily JetBackup backups
cPanel · Softaculous (400+ apps)
24×7 support · 99.99% uptime

Every plan runs on enterprise NVMe storage in RAID1 with per-account CloudLinux limits. Prices are pre-GST with no setup fee; the same plans and prices apply in India, France, Poland, Canada and Singapore. 30-day money-back guarantee.

What is Kirby?

Kirby is a file-based content management system with a browser-based admin interface called the Panel. It stores content in files instead of a database, which suits version control and simple backups. Sites built with it include portfolios, blogs and corporate sites. It uses a paid licence for public production sites.

How to install Kirby on Hostripples: choose a plan, open Softaculous, Kirby is live

Licence: Proprietary, source-available; licence purchase required for public production sites · Built with: PHP (file-based, no database) · Official site: getkirby.com

Common uses

Portfolio websites
Company and corporate sites
Blogs with file-based content
Custom client sites for designers

Kirby requirements

PHP: PHP 8.2 to 8.5 supported; 8.4 recommended in the current docs
Database: none (file-based)
Standard PHP extensions listed in the Kirby reference documentation
Apache works without configuration; nginx and Caddy need manual configuration

Runs on standard PHP without a database, so it needs no MySQL setup. It does require a recent PHP version (8.2 or newer per the docs), and a paid licence is required once a site goes public.

Why host Kirby with Hostripples

One-click Kirby install from Softaculous inside cPanel, with no manual upload or database setup
All-NVMe storage and LiteSpeed Enterprise with LSCache for quick page loads
Selectable PHP versions per site and CloudLinux account isolation with CageFS
Free SSL, daily JetBackup backups and Imunify360 malware protection
Free migration of an existing Kirby site, and 24×7 support in English, Hindi and Marathi

Kirby features

What Kirby offers

File-based content

Content lives in files and folders, so no database is required and content can be kept under version control.

The Panel

A browser-based admin interface lets editors manage pages and content.

Flexible structures

Content types are not fixed, so developers can define the structures each project needs.

Markdown and Kirbytext

Writers can use Markdown as well as Kirbytext, an extended Markdown syntax.

Developer-friendly API

The API is designed to be intuitive for developers building custom templates and features.

Fast & Effortless Onboarding

Install Kirby in four steps

No manual upload or database setup: Softaculous does it from your cPanel.

Step 01

Plan

Choose a cPanel NVMe plan and server region

Step 02

cPanel

Step 03

Install

Search for Kirby, click Install and fill in the form

Step 04

Launch

Open your new Kirby site and start building

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Everything you need to know

Kirby is a file-based content management system for building websites such as portfolios, blogs and corporate sites. Content is stored in files instead of a database, and editors manage it through a browser-based admin interface called the Panel.

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