Open Source Social Network (OSSN): Create a Classic, Self-Hosted Social Platform

By: fyvo August 1, 2025 PHP

Description

OSSN is presented as a script for creating a traditional, self-contained social network, akin to a private Facebook. It is a direct response to data privacy concerns on major platforms. Its features include a newsfeed, user profiles, walls, groups, chat, photo albums, and a full administration panel.

Code Snippet

(Blank) - Installation is done via a web installer or server packages.  

Downloads & Details

Live Demo Download (External)

Version

v8.1 (as of Jan 31, 2025)

License

Open Source Social Network License (4.0) / Cryptographic Autonomy License 1.0  

Dependencies

PHP 8.x, MySQL 8+, Apache with mod_rewrite, various PHP extensions (cURL, GD, ZIP, etc.)  

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