Kirby CMS

Kirby is a self-hosted, license-based CMS that runs on your own hosting with a one-time purchase and optional upgrades for future major generations.

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About Kirby CMS

Kirby is a flexible, self-hosted CMS that adapts to your workflow. It runs on your own hosting with a one-time license and no ongoing subscriptions, while Kirby 5 adds a refreshed Panel with improved collaboration and previews. It supports headless and static site workflows and offers free licenses for development, education, and non-profits.

Key features

  • Self-hosted CMS with a license-based, one-time payment
  • Per-website license model; no recurring subscription
  • 3 years of included feature updates; upgrade options after
  • Free development/private licenses and discounts for students and nonprofits
  • Supports headless backend or static site generation
  • Kirby 5 introduces improved previews, changes tracking, and a modern Panel
  • License management via Paddle; refunds available (14 days)

Why choose Kirby CMS?

  • Total control over hosting and data with a self-hosted solution
  • Transparent, non-subscription pricing and clear license terms
  • Flexible for agencies, freelancers, and in-house teams
  • Clear upgrade paths for major generations and affordable extension upgrades
  • Educational and non-profit licenses available, plus free development licenses

Pricing

  • License is a one-time payment with no subscription
  • Basic license and Enterprise license options (Basic has a €1,000,000 annual revenue cap; Enterprise has no revenue limit)
  • Volume discounts: 5% off 5+ licenses; 10% off 10+; 15% off 15+s
  • Upgrades for three additional years: €59 (excl. VAT) for Basic; €249 (excl. VAT) for Enterprise
  • Free licenses available for Development Installations and Private Installations
  • Free or discounted licenses for students, selected educational projects, and non-profits
  • Paddle handles payments; 14-day money-back refund policy; Prices + VAT where applicable