Isso
Lightweight self-hosted commenting server (Disqus alternative).
Why it is included
Lightweight self-hosted commenting server (Disqus alternative).
Best for
Static blogs needing nested comments without third-party JS.
Strengths
- Open source
- Transparent development
Limitations
- Verify license fit for your deployment
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