Discourse is a fully open-source internet forum and mailing list management software. It is an alternative to Discord, Circle, and Skool, providing a flexible platform for community discussions with features like:
- Modern Forum Software: Provides a clean and intuitive interface for online discussions.
- Mailing List Functionality: Can be used as a mailing list for announcements and discussions.
- Long-Form Chat Room: Supports real-time chat alongside traditional forum discussions.
- Customization: Offers extensive customization options through themes and plugins.
- Moderation Tools: Includes powerful moderation tools and AI to maintain healthy discussions.
- Open Source: The entire codebase is open and freely available.
- Portable Data: Users retain full ownership of their data with no lock-in.
Discourse is suitable for a variety of use cases, including customer support forums, internal team communication, and community engagement platforms.
