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CodeIgniter

by CodeIgniter Foundation · Global, Open source · Since 2006

PHP framework.

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Starting price
Free
Free trial / plan
Always free
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Deployment
Cloud
Web
App Advisor rating
4.4
transparency & India fit

What is CodeIgniter?

CodeIgniter is developer tools & apis from CodeIgniter Foundation, based in Global, Open source and has been building software since 2006. PHP framework.

Developer tools range from editors and API clients to testing platforms, backend-as-a-service and AI coding assistants. Several category leaders are Indian-built, including Postman, BrowserStack, Hasura and Appsmith.

It is completely free to use.

What works well

  • +Developer API documented on the official site

What to watch out for

  • −Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

CodeIgniter at a glance

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CodeIgniter features

Category-standard capabilities plus what CodeIgniter adds. Verify depth in a demo.

  • Code editors and IDEs
  • API design and testing
  • Cross-browser and device testing
  • Backend-as-a-service and databases
  • AI coding assistants
  • Internal tool builders
  • Feature flags and experimentation
  • Documentation tools
  • Free plan to start without a card

CodeIgniter pricing

Entry price

Free

No paid plan required

How CodeIgniter charges. CodeIgniter is free; some free products monetise through add-ons, payments or premium support, so check what stays free at scale.

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Specifications

Category
Developer tools & APIs
Vendor
CodeIgniter Foundation
Headquarters
Global, Open source
Founded
2006
Pricing model
Free
Starting price
Free
Deployment
Cloud
Platforms
Web
Best for
Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India
No

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CodeIgniter — frequently asked questions

What is CodeIgniter?+

CodeIgniter is developer tools & apis by CodeIgniter Foundation. PHP framework.

How much does CodeIgniter cost?+

CodeIgniter is free to use.

Does CodeIgniter offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — CodeIgniter offers a free plan you can start with.

Is CodeIgniter made in India?+

No. CodeIgniter is developed by CodeIgniter Foundation in Global, Open source.

Who is CodeIgniter best suited for?+

CodeIgniter suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for developer tools & apis.

What are the best alternatives to CodeIgniter?+

Popular alternatives in developer tools & apis include BrowserStack, DronaHQ, TestMu AI. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is CodeIgniter deployed?+

CodeIgniter is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.

About CodeIgniter Foundation

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CodeIgniter Foundation · Global, Open source · Founded 2006 · 1 product in our catalogue

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