# Publii Static CMS
> Desktop, offline-first, open-source Static Site CMS for creating fast, secure static websites. WordPress-like simplicity with one-click deployment; GDPR & CCPA compliant. Built with Electron + Vue.js.

## Quick facts
- Version: 0.47.1 (build 17302), updated 2025-10-02
- License: GPL-3.0
- Platforms: Windows 10+ (64-bit), macOS 11+, Linux (64-bit)
- Tech stack: Electron, Vue.js, Handlebars, HTML, CSS

## Key resources
- [Download](https://getpublii.com/download/): Latest installers for Windows, macOS, and Linux, with release info and system requirements.
- [Website](https://getpublii.com/): Overview of Publii’s features, value propositions, and key entry points
- [GitHub](https://github.com/GetPublii/Publii): Source code, issues, discussions, releases, and project roadmap.
- [Changelog](https://getpublii.com/blog/releases/): Version-by-version release notes with dates, highlights, fixes, and breaking changes.
- [Docs (user)](https://getpublii.com/docs/): How-to guides for setup, writing, theming basics, hosting, and deployment.
- [Docs (dev)](https://getpublii.com/dev/): Theme architecture, Handlebars templates, helpers, development patterns, and APIs.
- [Marketplace](https://marketplace.getpublii.com/): Official themes and plugins with install/purchase links and documentation.
- [Blog](https://getpublii.com/blog/): Articles on releases, tutorials, use cases, and best practices for building and deploying static sites with Publii.
- [Community](https://github.com/GetPublii/Publii/discussions): QandA, troubleshooting, feature requests, and community support.

## Product pillars
- [Static vs Dynamic Websites: A Complete Comparison Between Publii CMS and WordPress](https://getpublii.com/static-vs-dynamic-comparison/): Compare Publii CMS and WordPress to discover why static sites offer faster speed, stronger security, and lower maintenance. See how Publii leads.
- [Get a fast, secure website that's optimized for AI understanding and search engine visibility](https://getpublii.com/seo-performance/): Discover how Publii CMS helps you build lightning-fast, secure static websites. Prepare your content for advanced AI understanding and boost your visibility in modern search engines.
- [Protect users' data with GDPR-compliant, privacy-focused website.](https://getpublii.com/privacy-focused/): Build GDPR-compliant, privacy-first static websites with Publii. Enjoy offline CMS, zero data collection, local assets, advanced cookie banners, and Google Consent Mode v2 integration.
- [Simple, lightweight CMS built for independent content creators.](https://getpublii.com/content-writing/): Discover Publii’s intuitive writing environment with Block, WYSIWYG, and Markdown editors. Create, optimize, and own your content — no platform limits.

## Resources
- [FAQ](https://getpublii.com/faq/): Discover what static websites are, how they compare to dynamic platforms like WordPress, and why static CMS solutions offer faster, safer, and more privacy-friendly web publishing.
- [Press & Brand Assets](https://getpublii.com/press-and-brand-assets/): Official press kit for Publii: logos, icons, screenshots, and brand usage rules for media, blogs, and conference materials.
- [Showcase](https://getpublii.com/showcase/): Explore the Publii Showcase to see a collection of stunning and versatile websites created with Publii CMS. Get inspired and start building your own unique website today.
- [About](https://getpublii.com/about/): Get to know the people and philosophy behind Publii, and why we’re committed to fast, secure, GDPR-friendly static websites.

## Ecosystem
- [Promote Your extension with Publii](https://getpublii.com/promote-your-extensions/): Submit your Publii theme or plugin for the Marketplace. Learn requirements, review guidelines, and get visibility for your extension.
- [Customization service](https://getpublii.com/customization-service/): Expert Publii CMS customization for lightweight, efficient HTML sites. Our team handles complex Publii projects, tailoring designs and features to your needs.
- [Become a Publii Project Backer](https://getpublii.com/donate/): Publii is free and open-source, meaning that anybody can download, use, and modify it for their needs. Whether you want to use the included themes and features only, or create your own themes and build something completely unique, we've made sure that you'll not run...

## Legal
- [Terms and conditions](https://getpublii.com/terms-and-conditions/): Read the terms that govern using the Publii app, marketplace themes and plugins, purchases, licenses, and website access.
- [Privacy Policy](https://getpublii.com/privacy-policy/): Learn how Publii homepage processes personal data, cookies, and analytics. Read our GDPR-compliant practices and your rights and choices.
- [General Public License v3.0](https://getpublii.com/license/): Publii is released under the GPL-3.0 license. Review your rights to use, modify, and distribute the software and source code.