# Grav

> Modern open source flat-file CMS for fast and flexible websites

- Canonical URL: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/grav
- JSON export: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/grav.json
- Website: https://github.com/getgrav/grav
- Category: CMS
- Open source: yes
- Self-hostable: yes
- Verified listing: no
- Featured: no
- Published at: 2026-04-03T17:12:31+00:00
- Catalog revision: `156355998`

## Repository metrics (point-in-time)

- Repository: https://github.com/getgrav/grav
- Stars: 15709
- Forks: 1430
- Open issues: 417
- License: MIT
- Last push: 2026-11-03T23:21:22+00:00
- Metrics observed at (synced_at): 2026-11-04T00:19:39+00:00
- Archived: no

Tags: php, CMS, markdown-cms
Tech stacks: Apache, Astro, javascript, php

## Features
- Flat-File Architecture - Operates without a database for lightning-fast performance and easy deployment *(highlighted)*
- Powerful Twig Templating - Offers ultimate control over your site layout with an elegant and flexible engine *(highlighted)*
- Extensive Plugin System - Enhances functionality with hundreds of community-driven plugins and themes *(highlighted)*

## Description

Grav is a modern, open-source flat-file CMS designed for speed and simplicity. It requires no database and features a powerful API, flexible templates, and a sophisticated plugin architecture.

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