Discourse is a revolutionary open-source Internet forum and mailing-list management software designed to reimagine online discussions. As the world becomes increasingly mobile with smartphones, tablets, and social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter, Discourse offers a dynamic solution for community engagement. Whether used as a traditional mailing list, a discussion forum, or a long-form chatroom, Discourse enhances user interaction with features designed for the modern internet experience. This self-hosted platform allows communities to communicate seamlessly, facilitating continuous conversations with just-in-time loading, dynamic notifications, and intuitive design. Discourse stands out as a flexible and powerful tool to foster engaging discussions for both small groups and large online communities.
Discourse eliminates the need for awkward, page-based navigation by offering just-in-time loading. Continue reading without interruption as the conversation flows seamlessly in an endless stream.
Stay updated with real-time notifications. Discourse alerts you when someone quotes your post, mentions your username, or replies to your thread. If you’re offline, you’ll receive email updates to keep you informed.
Enjoy a clean, flat forum design where replies flow naturally down the page. Expand context for posts and quotes to view the full conversation without losing track of the ongoing discussion.
Share links effortlessly. Discourse automatically expands links from popular websites such as Wikipedia, YouTube, GitHub, and Twitter to provide additional context and information, enhancing user experience
Empower community members with trust levels that evolve based on participation and contributions. This system ensures that your forum stays organized and trustworthy, with automatic moderation based on user engagement.
Discourse is designed to be mobile-first, ensuring a smooth user experience on smartphones and tablets. Participate in discussions from anywhere, at any time, with a responsive layout that adapts to various screen sizes.
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