Isso
Isso is a lightweight, self-hostable commenting server, a drop-in replacement for Disqus.
Description
Isso is a lightweight, self-hostable commenting server written in Python and JavaScript. Designed as a drop-in replacement for Disqus, it offers a streamlined commenting experience with Markdown support, a simple SQLite backend, and the ability to import comments from Disqus or WordPress. Its configurable JavaScript client allows for easy integration into websites with a minimal footprint. Isso prioritizes simplicity and ease of use, focusing on core commenting functionality without unnecessary complexities.
Features
Isso is a self-hosted commenting system written in Python and JavaScript that uses a lightweight SQLite database. Key features include support for Markdown formatting in comments, user-editable comments, comment moderation capabilities, import functionality for Disqus and WordPress comments, and a small, easily embeddable JavaScript client. Its design emphasizes simplicity and efficiency.
Benefits
Reduced reliance on third-party services, improved data privacy and control, lightweight and performant, easy integration via a single JS file, Markdown support for rich text formatting, simple administration, and ability to import existing comments from other platforms.
Links
- Open Source
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- European
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