Jekyll
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VisitJekyll vs Publii
What both publish
| Fact | Jekyll | Publii |
|---|---|---|
| Post scheduling | Yes | No |
| Security model | Jekyll supports a safe mode where plugins must be explicitly allowed through the whitelist setting. | Published Publii sites do not require a publicly accessible database, PHP, or a public Publii admin panel. |
| Theme customization | custom code | custom code |
Jekyll plans
- JekyllFree
- Open-source JekyllFree
Publii plans
- PubliiFree
Pick Jekyll if…
Jekyll suits people who want to generate static websites or blogs from text and layouts. It is also relevant to users comfortable installing its Ruby and build-tool requirements.
Pick Publii if…
Publii may suit publishers looking for free blogging software on Windows, macOS, or Linux who want a custom domain, code-based theme customization, and analytics. It may be less suitable for those who need built-in memberships or post scheduling.