Joomla
Joomla’s Start
Joomla was released on September 22, 2005, as a fork of the Mambo CMS project. It was created by a group of open-source developers who wanted to maintain community-driven development after disagreements with Mambo’s corporate direction. As of 2025, Joomla has been in operation for 20 years.
Important Attributes
How Public is Joomla?
Joomla is an open-source content management system licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL). This means anyone can freely use, modify, and distribute its code, giving users full control over their websites.
Is there an associated cost(s)?
Joomla itself is free and open source but running a Joomla website usually involves some costs. You’ll need to pay for web hosting, a domain name, and possibly premium templates, extensions, or professional help for customization and maintenance.
The Pro’s
- Flexible and Powerful
- Strong built-in features
- Highly extensible
- Suitable for both developers and beginners.
The Cons
- Steeper Learning Curve
- Fewer Themes
- Maintenance Required
- Inconsistent Quality