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XAMPP

Free open-source web server solution with Apache, MariaDB, PHP, and Perl. Easy installation for local web development across Windows, Linux, macOS. Ideal for creating and testing websites, supports commercial use, with regular updates and a user-friendly control panel.

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  • Free
  • Open Source

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  • Mac
  • Windows
  • Linux
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Comment summary: XAMPP is praised for developing and testing websites offline, particularly with PHP and MySQL. However, its limitations are noted, such as the lack of support for PHP7, and challenges with Mac OS and Linux setups. Users report it lacks features like node.js and SSL support, making it a less competitive choice compared to modern solutions like Docker and Servbay. Despite some users finding it an excellent and easy-to-use tool, others have switched due to slow updates.
Top Positive Comment
MrGoatsy
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Excellent program that does what it is supposed to do.

slighting3031
0

I used to use XAMPP, but recently I switched to Node.js. I was disappointed that XAMPP was updating too slowly. Many new tools have surpassed XAMPP, such as Docker and Servbay, which all support node.js.

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westtan
1

It does not support node.js, does not provide SSL certificates, and it is difficult to ensure a consistent development environment for team use. It is 2024, and they have not updated to do these. Your competitors Docker and Servbay are making progress.

saltyfishh9
Replying to @westtan

I never hear of ServBay, is it good?

westtan

You can try it. I think it is the best environment deployment tool at present.

Guest
0

Unfortunatelly on linux is not possible use with different php version on projects.

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LordMax
0

the best portable server web solution

Norton
0

I've been using XAMPP for years to develop websites, both on Windows, and more recently on Mac, and always found it extremely easy for creating & testing local sites & scripts. NB. I did find it to be a bit more involved when setting up on a Mac though, so if you encounter problems with access permissions follow the advice at this page. It solved the issue for me: WORDPRESS + XAMPP ON MAC UPDATE PERMISSIONS PROBLEM - http://dustinbolton.com/wordpress-xampp-on-mac-update-permissions-problem/

Just Some Procrastinator Reviewing Productivity Software
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Websites cannot read and write SQL database if you're running XAMPP for OS X (Native version) on macOS Big Sur 11.0.1, neither XAMMP can export the SQL database.

Norton
Replying to @Just Some Procrastinator Reviewing Productivity Software

What error message are you getting?

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What is XAMPP?

XAMPP is a completely free, easy to install Apache distribution containing MariaDB, PHP, and Perl. The XAMPP open source package has been set up to be incredibly easy to install and to use. XAMPP is free even for commercial uses

XAMPP information

Our users have written 12 comments and reviews about XAMPP, and it has gotten 545 likes

XAMPP was added to AlternativeTo by kevinn on and this page was last updated .