Chyrp Lite

Extra-awesome, extra-lightweight blog engine.

BSD-3-ClauseWebsites & blogs
GitHub stars
495
License
BSD-3-Clause
Latest release
v2026.02.02
7 August 2026
Last commit
7 August 2026
Runs on
PHP

Commits per month, last 12 months

337 commits

How to self-host Chyrp Lite

Chyrp Lite runs on PHP. The project's own install guide is the place to start; most people put it on a small server with Docker and a reverse proxy for HTTPS.

  1. Get a server: a home server, a VPS, or a managed app host.
  2. Install it the way the project's docs describe, usually with Docker Compose.
  3. Put it behind HTTPS and set up backups before you add real data.
  4. Update it regularly. Watch the project's releases.

New to self-hosting? Start with the beginner's guide.

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Questions

Is Chyrp Lite free?

Yes. Chyrp Lite is open source under the BSD-3-Clause license, so you can use it without paying for a license. You pay only for the server it runs on.

Can I self-host Chyrp Lite?

Yes. Chyrp Lite runs on PHP. Follow the install guide in the project's documentation, or use a host that installs it for you.

Is Chyrp Lite still maintained?

The last change to Chyrp Lite's code was on 7 August 2026, with 337 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

Blogging Platforms

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