I made CMS less than 15 kilobytes, flat file

In plain words

HamsterCMS is a flat-file content management system that weighs less than 15 kilobytes, designed for developers who want a minimal, lightweight alternative to traditional database-driven CMS platforms. It stores content in files rather than databases, making it simple to deploy and maintain. The creator also offers free hosting built on this CMS for users who want to get started quickly without infrastructure setup.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

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