OSSN - Open Source Social Network Script

Open Source Social Networking, also known as OSSN, is a free social networking platform, which can be used to create social and community websites. It is fully customizable and open source. It's functionality can be extended by adding community modules and plugins.

Features

• User Management: Supports user registration, profiles, and friendships.
• Content Sharing: Users can post status updates, photos, and links.
• Groups and Pages: Create and manage groups and pages for specific interests.
• Messaging: Includes private messaging and chat systems.
• Customizable: Offers themes, plugins, and coding flexibility for tailored functionalities.
• Multilingual Support: Available in multiple languages.
• Admin Tools: Provides robust tools for managing users, reports, and site performance.

Pros

• Free and open source.
• Easy to set up and maintain.
• Active community for support and plugin development.
• Lightweight and efficient, suitable for small to medium-sized communities.

Cons

• Limited advanced features compared to larger platforms.
• Requires technical knowledge for customizations.
• Some premium plugins and themes are paid.
• Scalability issues for very large user bases.

Free Plan Details

• Free Plan: Includes the core features of OSSN, ideal for basic community-building.
• Limitations: Advanced themes and plugins are available only through a premium plan starting at $49.