Built for modern documentation.
Summary
Docusaurus is a free and open-source static site generator designed specifically for building and maintaining documentation websites. It's optimized for projects that need a dedicated space to share technical information, guides, tutorials, and API references with their users and developers.
The primary goal of Docusaurus is to simplify the process of creating beautiful, performant, and engaging documentation sites. It leverages familiar web technologies like React and Markdown, making it accessible to developers who are already comfortable with these tools. This allows for rapid development and easy customization to match your project's branding and specific needs.
Whether you're documenting a new open-source library, an internal tool, or a complex software product, Docusaurus provides the structure and features to ensure your documentation is discoverable, searchable, and enjoyable to read. It handles everything from content organization and theming to versioning and internationalization, so you can focus on writing great content.
Key Features
- React-based framework
- Markdown-powered content
- Search functionality (Algolia integration)
- Versioning support
- Customizable themes
- Internationalization (i18n)
- Blog functionality
- Static site generation
- Responsive design