- Overview
- Key Features
- Screenshots
- Technical Requirements
- Quick Start
- Code Examples
- Documentation
- Customization
- Demo & Support
- FAQ
- Contributing
- License
- Recent Updates
- Acknowledgments
The Multi-Content Management System is a modern, secure, and robust platform developed with PHP 8+, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript. This system provides a comprehensive solution for building various types of websites with enterprise-grade security and modern architecture.
Built with inspiration from popular content management systems like WordPress, Magento, and Joomla, this platform offers 10+ ready-to-deploy website templates that can be customized for any business or personal use case.
- ✨ Modern & Secure - Built with PHP 8+ and enterprise-grade security
- 🚀 Easy to Deploy - WordPress-style installation wizard
- 🎨 Fully Customizable - Complete control over design and functionality
- 📱 Mobile First - Responsive design works on all devices
- 🔌 Extensible - Modular architecture for custom features
- 💰 Free & Open Source - No licensing fees or restrictions
- PHP 8+ Compatible - Latest security patches and performance
- Prepared Statements - SQL injection protection
- CSRF Protection - Cross-site request forgery prevention
- Secure Sessions - Session fixation protection
- Input Validation - Comprehensive sanitization and validation
- Security Headers - XSS protection and content security
- Blog System - Full-featured blogging with categories and tags
- Video Streaming - Video upload and streaming capabilities
- Marketplace - E-commerce and classified ads functionality
- Image Gallery - Professional photo and media management
- Portfolio - Showcase projects and work
- Ad Posting - Classified advertisements system
- Search Engine - Advanced search and filtering
- Tutorials - Educational content management
- Doctors/Healthcare - Medical practice management
- Custom Modules - Extensible architecture for custom needs
- Bootstrap 5 - Responsive, mobile-first design
- jQuery 3.7.1 - Latest JavaScript library
- Font Awesome - Professional icon library
- Custom Themes - Easy theme customization
- Mobile Responsive - Works perfectly on all devices
- User Management - Role-based access control
- Content Management - Easy content creation and editing
- Media Library - File upload and organization
- Analytics - Built-in statistics and reporting
- Backup System - Database and file backup
- SEO Tools - Search engine optimization features
The system features a modern, intuitive admin panel for managing all aspects of your website.
- Blog System - Full-featured blogging platform
- Video Streaming - Upload and stream video content
- E-commerce/Marketplace - Sell products online
- Image Gallery - Professional photo management
- Portfolio - Showcase your work
- Tutorials - Educational content system
Note: Live screenshots and demos are available at multicms.digitalcloud.no
- PHP: 7.4 or higher (PHP 8.0+ recommended)
- MySQL: 5.7 or higher (MariaDB 10.2+ supported)
- Extensions: mysqli, GD, cURL
- Web Server: Apache (with mod_rewrite) or Nginx
- Memory: 128MB RAM minimum (256MB recommended)
- Chrome: 90+
- Firefox: 88+
- Safari: 14+
- Edge: 90+
- Mobile: iOS Safari 14+, Chrome Mobile 90+
Before installing, ensure your server meets these requirements:
- PHP 7.4+ (PHP 8.0+ recommended)
- MySQL 5.7+ or MariaDB 10.2+
- Apache with mod_rewrite or Nginx
- PHP Extensions: mysqli, GD, cURL
- At least 128MB RAM (256MB recommended)
# 1. Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/Digitalcloud-Ali/Multi-Content-Management-System.git
# 2. Navigate to project directory
cd Multi-Content-Management-System
# 3. Set proper permissions
chmod 755 -R .
chmod 777 -R uploads/
chmod 777 -R includes/
# 4. Create database
mysql -u root -p -e "CREATE DATABASE raycms CHARACTER SET utf8mb4 COLLATE utf8mb4_unicode_ci;"
# 5. Open installation wizard in browser
# Visit: http://yourdomain.com/install.php- Upload Files - Transfer all files to your web server
- Create Database - Create a MySQL database for the CMS
- Run Installer - Navigate to
install.phpin your browser - Follow Wizard - Complete the installation steps
- Delete Installer - Remove
install.phpfor security
# 1. Delete installation files (CRITICAL for security)
rm install.php
rm install_complete.php
# 2. Set secure file permissions
chmod 644 includes/config.php
chmod 644 includes/rayicecms.php
# 3. Access your site
# Frontend: http://yourdomain.com
# Admin: http://yourdomain.com/administrator/- Default Admin URL:
yourdomain.com/administrator/ - Username: The one you created during installation
- Password: The one you set during installation
⚠️ Important: Change your password immediately after first login!
<?php
require_once 'includes/raycms.php';
require_once 'includes/modern_functions.php';
// Create a new blog post
$title = sanitize_input($_POST['title']);
$content = sanitize_input($_POST['content']);
$author_id = $_SESSION['user_id'];
$query = "INSERT INTO blog_posts (title, content, author_id, created_at)
VALUES (?, ?, ?, NOW())";
$stmt = mysqli_prepare($conn, $query);
mysqli_stmt_bind_param($stmt, "ssi", $title, $content, $author_id);
mysqli_stmt_execute($stmt);
?><?php
session_start();
// Check if user is logged in
if (!isset($_SESSION['MM_Username'])) {
header("Location: login.php");
exit;
}
// Check if user has admin role
if ($_SESSION['MM_UserGroup'] !== 'administrator') {
header("Location: access-denied.php");
exit;
}
?><?php
// Add custom functionality to the CMS
class CustomModule {
public function __construct() {
add_action('init', array($this, 'register_custom_post_type'));
}
public function register_custom_post_type() {
// Your custom module code here
}
}
$custom_module = new CustomModule();
?>Comprehensive documentation is available in the /docs folder:
| Document | Description |
|---|---|
| 📖 Documentation Index | Overview and navigation guide |
| 🚀 Installation Guide | Complete setup instructions with wizard walkthrough |
| 🔧 Update Guide | Modernization details, PHP 8+ migration, and changes |
| 🔮 Advanced Improvements | Future roadmap, API development, and enhancements |
| 🔒 Security Policy | Security guidelines and vulnerability reporting |
- Pure HTML/CSS - Traditional theme development
- Modern Frameworks - React, Vue, or Angular integration
- Bootstrap Themes - Quick customization with Bootstrap
- Custom CSS - Full design control
- Extensible Architecture - Add custom functionality
- Plugin System - Modular feature additions
- API Integration - Connect with external services
- Custom Fields - Flexible content structure
- Frontend: multicms.digitalcloud.no
- Admin Panel: multicms.digitalcloud.no/administrator/
- 📧 Email: hei@digitalcloud.no
- 📖 Documentation: Comprehensive guides in
/docsfolder - 🐛 Issues: GitHub Issues
- 💬 Discussions: GitHub Discussions
- 🔒 Security: Report vulnerabilities to hei@digitalcloud.no
- Check Documentation - Most questions are answered in our comprehensive docs
- Search Issues - Someone may have had the same question
- Ask the Community - Open a discussion for general questions
- Report Bugs - Use GitHub Issues for bug reports
- Contact Support - Email us for direct assistance
Is this CMS really free to use?
Yes! This project is completely open source and free to use, modify, and distribute. There are no licensing fees or restrictions.
What's the difference between this and WordPress?
This CMS is built from scratch with modern PHP 8+ and focuses on providing multiple content types (blog, video, marketplace, etc.) in one platform. It's lighter and more flexible for custom development.
Can I use this for commercial projects?
Absolutely! You can use this CMS for any purpose, including commercial projects, without any restrictions.
How do I upgrade from an older version?
- Backup your database and files
- Read the Update Guide
- Replace files (except config files)
- Run any database migrations
- Test thoroughly
Is it secure for production use?
Yes! Version 2.0+ includes:
- SQL injection protection with prepared statements
- CSRF protection
- XSS protection
- Secure session handling
- Input validation and sanitization
Always keep your installation updated for the latest security patches.
Can I migrate from WordPress to this CMS?
While there's no automated migration tool, you can export your WordPress content and import it into this CMS. Custom migration scripts may be needed for large sites.
What hosting do I need?
Any shared hosting, VPS, or cloud server that supports:
- PHP 7.4+ (8.0+ recommended)
- MySQL 5.7+
- Apache or Nginx
Most hosting providers (cPanel, Plesk, etc.) work perfectly.
This project is open source and free to use, modify, and distribute. Users are free to edit, share, or use this project in any of their projects.
Terms:
- ✅ Commercial use allowed
- ✅ Modification allowed
- ✅ Distribution allowed
- ✅ Private use allowed
- ❌ No warranty provided
- ❌ No liability accepted
See LICENSE.md for full details.
- ✅ PHP 8+ Compatibility - Full modern PHP support
- ✅ Security Overhaul - SQL injection, XSS, CSRF protection
- ✅ Modern Architecture - Service layer and dependency injection
- ✅ Updated Dependencies - Latest jQuery, Bootstrap, and libraries
- ✅ Installation Wizard - WordPress-style automated setup
- ✅ Performance Improvements - Optimized database and caching
- ✅ Mobile First - Responsive design for all devices
- 🔄 API Development - RESTful API for mobile apps
- 🔄 Testing Framework - Unit and integration tests
- 🔄 CI/CD Pipeline - Automated testing and deployment
- 🔄 Container Support - Docker and Kubernetes ready
- 🔄 Cloud Integration - AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud support
We welcome contributions from the community! Whether you're fixing bugs, adding features, or improving documentation, your help is appreciated.
-
Fork the Repository
git clone https://github.com/YOUR-USERNAME/Multi-Content-Management-System.git
-
Create a Branch
git checkout -b feature/your-feature-name
-
Make Your Changes
- Write clean, documented code
- Follow existing code style
- Test your changes thoroughly
- Update documentation if needed
-
Commit Your Changes
git add . git commit -m "Add: Brief description of your changes"
-
Push to Your Fork
git push origin feature/your-feature-name
-
Open a Pull Request
- Go to the original repository
- Click "New Pull Request"
- Select your branch
- Describe your changes clearly
- 🐛 Bug Fixes - Always welcome! Include steps to reproduce
- ✨ New Features - Open an issue first to discuss
- 📖 Documentation - Improvements are greatly appreciated
- 🎨 Themes - Submit new themes and templates
- 🔌 Modules - Create and share custom modules
- 🌍 Translations - Help translate the CMS
- Use PSR-12 coding standards
- Add comments for complex logic
- Write meaningful commit messages
- Test on PHP 7.4+ and PHP 8.0+
Found a bug? Please open an issue with:
- Clear description of the problem
- Steps to reproduce
- Expected vs actual behavior
- PHP version and environment details
- Screenshots if applicable
Have an idea? Open an issue with:
- Clear description of the feature
- Use cases and benefits
- Possible implementation approach
This project wouldn't be possible without:
- Contributors - Thank you to everyone who has contributed code, documentation, and feedback
- Inspiration - WordPress, Joomla, and Magento for CMS architecture inspiration
- Open Source Libraries - jQuery, Bootstrap, Font Awesome, and many others
- PHP Community - For excellent documentation and support
- Users - Thank you for using and supporting this project
- All contributors and developers who have helped improve this project
- The open source community for tools and libraries
- Hosting providers who support PHP development
- Everyone who has reported bugs and suggested improvements
- Repository: GitHub
- Live Demo: multicms.digitalcloud.no
- Documentation: /docs folder
- Issues: Report a Bug
- Pull Requests: Contribute
- Current Version: 2.0 (Major Modernization)
- PHP Compatibility: 7.4 - 8.3+
- Active Development: Yes
- Last Major Update: December 2024
- Module Count: 10+ built-in modules
- Theme Support: Yes (customizable)
Built with ❤️ for the developer community
If you find this project useful, please consider giving it a ⭐ on GitHub!