Thelia

Thelia is an open-source, self-hosted application used for creating e-business websites and managing online content for digital storefronts. It functions as a full-stack e-commerce platform and a content management system designed to handle the specific needs of online retail. The software allows users to build a digital presence where they can organize products, manage store information, and maintain the content necessary for a functional online shop.

The software is deployed as a web application on servers running Apache 2 or Nginx. Users can choose from several deployment methods depending on their technical requirements. Installation is available through a web-based install wizard for those who prefer a browser interface, a command line interface for automated setups, or via Docker and Docker Compose for local development and testing environments.

Key features

• Management of online content for digital storefronts
• Web-based installation wizard for administrator and shop setup
• CLI tools for system installation
• Support for multiple archive formats including zip, tar, bzip2, and gz
• Modular architecture with a dedicated repository for extensions
• Integration with MySQL for data persistence
• Compatibility with PHP 8.2 and 8.3

Thelia architecture is built using PHP and the Symfony framework, specifically utilizing Symfony 6.4 in its most recent versions. It requires a MySQL database and several PHP extensions to function, including PDO_Mysql, openssl, intl, gd, curl, and dom. The system is designed for users who need a customizable e-commerce environment and provides a structured way to manage products and store information. To ensure stability, the software requires specific PHP configurations, such as a memory limit of at least 128M and the deactivation of safe_mode.

This software is published under the GNU General Public License v3.0 and is intended for those seeking a self-hosted solution for e-business management.