DirectCMS

Directus-based Website CMS

Overview

DirectCMS is a lightweight, flexible, and scalable Content Management System (CMS) built on Directus. It enables seamless content management with an intuitive interface and powerful API-driven backend.

Demo : directcms.in

• Demo Credentials to check Directus admin
• Email : [email protected]
• Password : admin123

Features

• Headless CMS: Use Directus as the backend and connect it with any frontend framework.
• User-Friendly Admin Panel: Easily manage content with a no-code interface.
• Customizable: Extend functionality using Directus extensions and APIs.
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Secure content with granular permissions.
• REST & GraphQL APIs: Fetch data in your preferred format.
• Media Library: Store and manage images, videos, and documents.
• Multi-Language Support: Manage multilingual content with ease.

Installation

Prerequisites

• Node.js (>=16.x)
• Docker (Optional, for containerized deployment)
• Its SQLITE Ready - You can migrate later to PostgreSQL or MySQL (Recommended Database)

Steps

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/yohita/directcms.git
   cd directcms

2. Install Dependencies

   bash script-quickstart.sh

3. Set Up OR Change Environment Variables Create a .env file and configure Directus settings.

   DB_CLIENT=pg
   DB_HOST=localhost
   DB_PORT=5432
   DB_DATABASE=directcms
   DB_USER=your_user
   DB_PASSWORD=your_password

4. Start the CMS

   bash script-quickstart.sh
   OR 
   node index.cjs
   OR
   npx directus start 

Deployment

To deploy DirectCMS, you can use services like:

• Vercel (Frontend)
• AWS / DigitalOcean / Linode (Backend + Database)
• Docker (For containerized deployment)
• Supabase (For S3 Storage and Database)

Docker Deployment

1. Build and start the container:

   docker-compose up -d

2. Access Directus at http://localhost:8055

Licensing

This CMS is open-source under the MIT License. You are free to use, modify, and distribute it as per the MIT license terms. However, DirectCMS relies on Directus, which has its own licensing. Check more at: 🔗 https://directus.io/pricing/self-hosted

Contributing

We welcome contributions! To contribute:

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a new branch (feature/your-feature-name)
3. Commit and push your changes
4. Submit a pull request

Support

For issues, feature requests, or contributions, feel free to open an issue on GitHub or contact us at [email protected].

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Enjoy using DirectCMS! 🚀