How do I install applications using Softaculous in cPanel?
Softaculous is a powerful auto-installer that enables you to quickly install a variety of applications on your cPanel account with just a few clicks. This guide will walk you through the steps to automatically install applications using Softaculous.
Log into cPanel:
Access your cPanel account using your credentials. (Refer to our article: How do I log into cPanel?)
Navigate to Softaculous:
In the cPanel dashboard, scroll down to the Software section and click on Softaculous Apps Installer.
Choose the Application:
You will see a list of applications available for installation. Browse through the options or use the search function to find the application you wish to install (e.g., WordPress, Joomla, etc.).
Select the Application:
Click on the application you want to install. This action will take you to the installation page.
Configure Installation Settings:
Fill out the necessary installation details, including:
Choose Protocol: Select HTTPS for a secure connection.
Choose Domain: Select the domain where you want the application installed.
In Directory: Leave this field blank to install in the root directory, or specify a subdirectory if desired. For example, if you want users to access your new software installation at https://exampledomain.co.za/blog instead of just https://exampledomain.co.za, you would enter “blog” in this field.
Admin Username and Password: Set the credentials for the application's admin account.
Site Name and Description: Provide a name and a brief description for your site.
Click Install:
Once you have configured all the necessary settings, click the Install button to initiate the installation process.
Wait for the Installation to Complete:
The installation process may take a few moments. Once it is complete, you will receive a success message indicating that your software has been installed successfully.
Along with this message, you will see two important links: one will direct you to your newly installed application, and the other will take you to your site’s login page.
If you have any questions or require further assistance, please feel free to contact our support team or email helpdesk@elitehost.co.za.
Steps to Install Applications Using Softaculous:
Log into cPanel:
Access your cPanel account using your credentials. (Refer to our article: How do I log into cPanel?)
Navigate to Softaculous:
In the cPanel dashboard, scroll down to the Software section and click on Softaculous Apps Installer.
Choose the Application:
You will see a list of applications available for installation. Browse through the options or use the search function to find the application you wish to install (e.g., WordPress, Joomla, etc.).
Select the Application:
Click on the application you want to install. This action will take you to the installation page.
Configure Installation Settings:
Fill out the necessary installation details, including:
Choose Protocol: Select HTTPS for a secure connection.
Choose Domain: Select the domain where you want the application installed.
In Directory: Leave this field blank to install in the root directory, or specify a subdirectory if desired. For example, if you want users to access your new software installation at https://exampledomain.co.za/blog instead of just https://exampledomain.co.za, you would enter “blog” in this field.
Admin Username and Password: Set the credentials for the application's admin account.
Site Name and Description: Provide a name and a brief description for your site.
Click Install:
Once you have configured all the necessary settings, click the Install button to initiate the installation process.
Wait for the Installation to Complete:
The installation process may take a few moments. Once it is complete, you will receive a success message indicating that your software has been installed successfully.
Along with this message, you will see two important links: one will direct you to your newly installed application, and the other will take you to your site’s login page.
If you have any questions or require further assistance, please feel free to contact our support team or email helpdesk@elitehost.co.za.
Updated on: 27/10/2024
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