Microblog.pub vs Pelican
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted blogging platforms options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Microblog.pub
Self-hosted single-user microblog for the fediverse
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Pelican
Static site generator for Python and Markdown lovers
| Feature | Microblog.pub | Pelican |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Blogging Platforms | Blogging Platforms |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, source | binary, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,156 | ★ 13,331 |
| First released | 2018 | 2010 |
| Replaces | Twitter, Tumblr | WordPress, Blogger |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Microblog.pub or Pelican better?
Neither is universally better. Pelican has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Microblog.pub and Pelican free and open-source?
Yes. Microblog.pub is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Pelican under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Microblog.pub and Pelican with Docker?
Microblog.pub: yes. Pelican: check the project docs for container support.