Wondering which hosts and forum software are popular and active?

[Zombie]

Hey guys. So it's been a fair while since I've run a community. I'm currently looking to start working on a semi-private project. I'd like to take the time to improve my web and forum design skills. I haven't hosted my own for quite some time. I was hoping you guys could recommend me a solid host, and which one to try out for forums. I have limited income so not really looking to buy an expensive licenced one. The host must allow adult content Other than that honestly no specifics, Thanks for your time.

 

[Cedric]

I would recommend Jcink. Free, somewhat updated. Allows adult content when using their Premium plan. Which is around 13 USD per month I think. @synpastel and @Cory are both basically home in Jcink. But above all, IPB 1.3 which is what Jcink is built on, is very easy to customize and learn.

 

[Ravenfreak]

Hostinger allows adult content and their hosting plans are cheap. I believe they also offer a free domain name with their hosting plans.

 

[TwitchisMental]

If you intend to install a full blown forum software. I'd look at SMF when it comes to a free option. XenForo or WoltLab for a paid for option. All 3 are fairly easy to theme for and are easy to use in general.

 

[Zombie]

Thank you for the information. I'm still open t other replies.

 

[JennyorAlice]

You might try Forumotion or Proboards.

I use to recommend Zetaboards but I don't anymore since they were bought out by Tapatalk.

 

[Cory]

Jcink is bountiful in RPG boards, so it could be an option for such a niche. Jcink also allows you to download your database in case you ever want to transfer to a self-hosted platform. It's a pretty solid, free option to start on.

 

[Darth Cognus]

Pretty sure proboards gets fussy about adult content, jcink seems like the way to go. I can second hostinger as effective on the very cheap end, might have enough punch to handle what you're looking for along with something on the freer end of software.