WiKiss

Self-Hosted

Lightweight flat-file wiki with no database required

Overview

WiKiss is a minimal, self-hosted wiki designed for simplicity and quick deployment. It uses flat-file storage (no database needed) to keep content in plain text files, reducing maintenance and setup complexity. Ideal for personal notes, small team documentation, or project wikis, it supports basic markup for formatting and requires only a PHP-enabled web server to run. Setup takes minutes—just upload files to your server, and you’re ready to create and edit pages without additional configuration.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  wikiss:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: wikiss
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Flat-file storage (no database dependency)
Minimal PHP web server requirement
One-click deployment via file upload

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is WiKiss hard to install?

No—WiKiss requires no complex setup. Just upload the files to a PHP-enabled web server, and it’s ready to use. No database configuration or additional software is needed.

? Is it a good alternative to Confluence?

WiKiss is an excellent alternative for users prioritizing simplicity over Confluence’s advanced collaboration tools. It’s perfect for small teams or personal use but lacks Confluence’s enterprise features like project management integrations or team workflows.

? Is WiKiss completely free?

Yes—WiKiss is open source under the GNU General Public License (GPL). All features are available for free with no hidden costs or subscription fees.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Wikis

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted, no third-party data sharing)
⊕ No subscription costs or premium tiers
⊕ Low resource usage for small to medium wikis

Cons

⊖ Limited scalability for large teams or high-traffic wikis
⊖ Basic feature set compared to enterprise-grade wikis
⊖ Requires basic knowledge of PHP/web server setup