PureBlog vs Serendipity
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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PureBlog
Blogging platform, designed for personal use
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Serendipity
PHP-powered weblog application with strong spam control
| Feature | PureBlog | Serendipity |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Content Management Systems | Blogging Platforms |
| License | LicenseRef-Pure-Blog-1 | BSD-3-Clause |
| Language | PHP | |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 50 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal | docker, bare-metal, source |
| GitHub stars | — | ★ 226 |
| First released | 2026 | 2003 |
| Replaces | Blogger, Blogspot | WordPress, Blogger |
Why pick each one
Choose PureBlog if…
- Released under the LicenseRef-Pure-Blog-1 license
- Tiny footprint — runs in 50 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is PureBlog or Serendipity better?
Serendipity is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider PureBlog if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are PureBlog and Serendipity free and open-source?
Yes. PureBlog is licensed under LicenseRef-Pure-Blog-1 and Serendipity under BSD-3-Clause. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run PureBlog and Serendipity with Docker?
PureBlog: check the project docs for container support. Serendipity: yes.