Maria Ratings is fantastic! We migrated off a paid Trustpilot plan and now host our own reviews completely for free. It embeds in seconds and loads instantly.
Add star ratings and customer reviews to any website in 5 minutes. Maria Ratings is a self-hosted PHP app with built-in anti-spam protection, flexible storage, and full data ownership - yours for a one-time payment. A self-hosted alternative to Trustpilot, Yotpo, and Loox.
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Maria Ratings is fantastic! We migrated off a paid Trustpilot plan and now host our own reviews completely for free. It embeds in seconds and loads instantly.
I love the JSON file storage option. Zero database setup needed, just upload the PHP files and paste the script onto the site. Brilliant!
Built-in rate limiting and blocked word filters saved us from spam bots immediately. The design is sleek, lightweight, and customizable.
Compatible with custom HTML, WordPress, Shopify, Wix, Squarespace, and modern frameworks. Just paste a 1-line script tag.
Store reviews in local JSON files with zero configuration, or connect to MySQL/MariaDB for high-traffic sites. No database required to get started.
Keep reviews authentic with built-in rate-limiting, blocked word filters, and optional double opt-in email verification.
Upload the PHP script to your server. Choose JSON file storage for instant setup or enter MySQL credentials for high-traffic environments.
Copy your unique 1-line JavaScript snippet from your Maria Ratings dashboard.
Paste the snippet anywhere on your website. Customers submit reviews directly on your site, building trust and increasing sales.
Trustpilot, Yotpo, and Loox charge recurring monthly fees. Maria Ratings gives you full ownership of your reviews and data - for a one-time payment.
Get lifetime access to your own self-hosted star rating and review system.