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Welcome to the Simple Machines Forum Online Documentation!

Simple Machines aims to provide you with the best support possible. We have developed a 3 step process to answer your questions.

Step 1: Search
Step 2: FAQ
Step 3: Documentation


If that doesn't work, we have a backup plan: the community forum


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I install SMFHow do I install a theme
Why does it say I removed my copyrightHow do I donate to SMF
I deleted myselfWhat makes the sky blue
I think I have been hackedWhat makes the green grass grow



Documentation

Get an introduction to Simple Machines Forum. Learn what SMF is and what we are about.

Installing SMF

Server RequirementsUsing WebinstallConverting from another forum
Obtaining SMFInstallingClient Requirements
Uploading SMFUpgrading

Using SMF

As a regular user
Getting started Profile Bulletin Board Code (BBC)
Registering Posting Searching
Logging in Personal Messages Help
As a moderator
Splitting Topics Moderation Log Merging Topics
Banning a member Warning Editing a post
Censor text bla bla bla
As an administator
PackagesReportsMaintenance
SettingsSecurityBanning
PermissionsGroups

Learn to develop customizations for your SMF. Then visit the Customization Site to share them with others.



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