Cecil
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VisitCecil vs JungleJS
What both publish
| Fact | Cecil | JungleJS |
|---|---|---|
| Content sources | markdown | markdown |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Local preview server | Yes | Yes |
| Product | Cecil is a command-line PHP application that combines Markdown pages, media, and Twig templates to generate static websites. | Jungle describes itself as a Jamstack framework for Svelte that builds static sites from data sources. |
| Security | The maker says generated static HTML has no database or server-side script execution during visits, avoiding vulnerabilities related to dynamic PHP on the final site. | The introduction says compiling to a static site offers higher security; it does not name a security certification or compliance standard. |
| Supported languages | PHP | JavaScript |
| What it does | Cecil is a PHP command-line static site generator that combines Markdown pages, media, and Twig templates to generate static websites. | Jungle describes itself as a Jamstack framework for Svelte for building static sites from data sources. |
Cecil plans
- Free softwareFree
JungleJS plans
No prices published.
Pick Cecil if…
Cecil suits creators who prioritize website performance while wanting flexibility over design. It is aimed at people comfortable working with a command-line PHP tool and Markdown content.
Pick JungleJS if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.