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Installing Elxis Manually

Elxis CMS is a powerful open‑source content management system that supports multiple languages and offers advanced features for building professional websites. On ruachost.com, you can install Elxis manually on any hosting plan.

Why Use Elxis?

Section titled “Why Use Elxis?”
  • Multilingual support out of the box.
  • Strong focus on security and performance.
  • Includes SEO‑friendly URLs and caching system.
  • Compatible with all ruachost.com hosting accounts.

Steps to Install Elxis Manually

Section titled “Steps to Install Elxis Manually”

  1. Download Elxis.

    • Visit the official Elxis website.
    • Download the latest .zip package to your local computer.

  2. Extract Files.

    • Unzip the downloaded package locally.
    • The extracted folder will contain Elxis installation files.

  3. Upload Files to Your Hosting Account.

    • Use FTP or File Manager in cPanel to upload the extracted files.
    • Place them in the public_html directory if you want Elxis at the root (e.g., example.com).
    • Alternatively, upload to a subdirectory (e.g., example.com/elxis).

  4. Create a MySQL Database and User.

    • In cPanel at ruachost.com, use the MySQL Database Wizard.
    • Create a database and user, then assign full privileges.
    • Note the database name, username, and password — you’ll need them during installation.

  5. Run the Installer.

    • In your browser, go to the installation URL:

      • If installed in root → http://example.com
      • If installed in a subdirectory → http://example.com/elxis

    • The Elxis installation page will appear.

    • Click Continue.

  6. Review License Agreement.

    • Read and accept the license terms.
    • Click Continue.

  7. Configure Site Settings.

    • Enter your Site Name.
    • Confirm the Site URL.
    • Enable Friendly URLs (recommended for SEO).

  8. Configure Database Settings.

    • Select MySQL as the database type.

    • Enter:

      • Host → localhost
      • Database Name → the name you created
      • Username → the database user you created
      • Password → the database password

    • Click Check database settings.

    • If successful, click Submit.

  9. Create Administrator Account.

    • Enter First Name and Last Name.
    • Enter Admin Email Address.
    • Create an Admin Username and Password.
    • Click Submit.

  10. Finalize Installation.

    • Elxis will import data into the database and complete setup.
    • Click Visit your new website.
    • Log in as administrator using the credentials you created.