Pre-Requisites
- Access to cPanel or a similar end-user panel.
- Softaculous installed on your server.
- Your domain name and hosting plan set up.
- Basic knowledge of web hosting and content management systems.
1. Login to Your cPanel
Navigate to your end-user panel (e.g., cPanel's URL: https://example_domain.com:2083) and log in using your credentials.
Locate and click on the Softaculous icon or link to open the Softaculous End-user Panel.
2. Choose Your Script
On the left side, you'll see a list of categories.
- Select a script from the categories or choose from the top scripts displayed in the center.
- For this guide, we will be installing WordPress, found under the Blogs category.
After selecting the script, you can view details such as ratings, reviews, and demo URLs.
3. Choose the Quick Install Option
- Click the Down Arrow on the Install Tab.
- Select the Quick Install option from the dropdown menu.
4. Fill in Installation Details
- Complete the form with the necessary details such as domain name, directory, and admin login credentials.
- **Note:** To install the script in the root of your domain (e.g., https://domain_name), leave the In Directory field blank.
After filling in all the details, click the Install button. Installation duration may vary based on script size and server speed; please be patient.
5. Access Your Installation
- Upon completion, Softaculous will display links to your installation.
- Click the provided links to navigate directly to your site or the admin homepage, depending on your choice.
Gotchas to Avoid
- Double-check your admin credentials to avoid future login issues.
- Ensure your domain is correctly pointed to your hosting server before installation.
- Be aware of any server limitations that could affect installation processes.
Linux Commands for Manual Installation (Optional)
If you prefer to install WordPress via the command line on a Linux server, you can use the following commands (ensure you have the necessary permissions):
cd ~/public_html
wget https://wordpress.org/latest.tar.gz
tar -xzf latest.tar.gz
mv wordpress/* ./
rm -rf wordpress latest.tar.gz
chown -R username:username ~/public_html
After running these commands, proceed to set up your database and configure your wp-config.php file as needed.
