SimpleCMS
WHY I BUILT IT
Most CMS platforms are overkill.
You end up dealing with databases, plugins, updates, security issues, and a bunch of overhead just to publish simple content.
Even the “simple” ones aren't actually simple. They still come with layers you don't need.
I didn't want to manage a system just to post content.
I wanted something lightweight, fast, and easy to control without all the extra moving parts.
Something that just works without needing constant maintenance.
So I built it.
WHAT I BUILT
A lightweight CMS that runs without the usual complexity.
No MySQL. Uses SQLite.
Supports both:
JSON-based editing
Traditional form-based editing
Built-in features:
Multi-user support
Automatic WebP image conversion
Clean, SEO-ready output
Customizable themes
It's designed to be simple on the backend but still flexible enough to use however you want.
WHAT HAPPENED
It removed the overhead.
No dealing with bloated systems. No constant updates or plugin issues.
You can just write, publish, and move on.
It fits into projects where a full CMS would be unnecessary but you still need control over content.
WHAT DIDN'T WORK
It's not trying to compete with full CMS platforms.
If someone needs a massive ecosystem of plugins and integrations, this isn't it.
It's intentionally limited to stay simple.
CURRENT STATE
Live and functional.
Used where a lightweight CMS makes more sense than a full system.
No unnecessary complexity, no maintenance headaches.
Just a clean way to manage content.