What is MAMP?
MAMP is a free local server environment with Apache, Nginx, PHP and MySQL for your macOS or Windows computer. MAMP is free and easy to install. MAMP does not compromise any existing Apache installation already running on your system. You can install Apache, Nginx, PHP and MySQL without having to run a script or change any configuration files!
When MAMP is no longer needed, simply delete the MAMP folder and everything reverts to its original state (i.e. MAMP does not change anything on the "normal" system). With the help of our local DNS server NAMO, you can even easily test your projects on mobile devices.
The components in MAMP
MySQL
MySQL is a powerful, open-source relational database management system used for storing and retrieving data efficiently. MAMP comes with MySQL 5.7 and MySQL 8.
Apache
Apache is a robust, open-source web server software that delivers web content through the internet. It is known for its stability, flexibility, and wide usage across various platforms.
Nginx
Nginx is a high-performance web server and reverse proxy server renowned for its speed, stability, and low resource consumption. It excels in handling multiple simultaneous connections.
PHP
PHP is a popular, open-source scripting language widely used for web development. It is embedded within HTML and serves as the backbone for many dynamic and interactive websites.
Caches
Caches improve web performance by storing frequently accessed data in a fast, temporary storage location.APC and OPcache are integrated.
MAMP Cloud Connect
MAMP Cloud Connect offers easy backup and restoration of your MAMP databases and websites. You can use Dropbox, One Drive, Google Drive or (s)FTP server for it.
What is MAMP Cloud Connect?
MAMP Cloud Connect allows you to back up your site and database data from MAMP or MAMP PRO to Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive or an (s)FTP server.
With just one click, you can easily upload your site to the cloud and restore it to another computer at any time. You can also use MAMP Cloud to back up your production data. MAMP Cloud is part of MAMP PRO. The free MAMP can be upgraded to include cloud functionality for a one-time payment. MAMP Cloud is not a subscription.
MAMP and NAMO - local testing made easy
Would you like to test your MAMP websites in the LAN, e.g. on mobile devices such as a smartphone or tablet? Then our local DNS server NAMO is just right for you. With NAMO, you can reach your local MAMP website under a real, freely selectable domain name instead of under a (changing) IP address. NAMO makes it much easier to test your web projects.