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Installing Blesta Using Softaculous

Blesta is a user‑ and developer‑friendly client management, billing, and support application. It’s widely used by hosting providers and online service businesses. With Softaculous, you can install Blesta quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use Blesta?

Section titled “Why Use Blesta?”
  • Automates billing, invoicing, and payment collection.
  • Provides a complete client management system.
  • Includes a built‑in support ticket system.
  • Developer‑friendly with modular architecture and APIs.
  • Quick one‑click installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install Blesta

Section titled “Steps to Install Blesta”

  1. Log in to cPanel.

    • Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.

  2. Search for Blesta.

    • In the Softaculous dashboard, type Blesta in the search box.
    • Or browse under E‑Commerce → Blesta.

  3. Click Install.

    • The installation page will open.

  4. Choose Protocol.

    • Select https:// or https://www if your site has an SSL certificate.
    • Select http:// or http://www if SSL is not installed.

  5. Choose Domain.

    • Select the domain where Blesta will be installed.

  6. Set Directory.

    • Leave blank if you want Blesta installed at the root (e.g., example.com).
    • Enter a folder name (e.g., billing) if you want Blesta installed at example.com/billing.

  7. Configure Admin Account.

    • Admin Username → Choose a unique username.
    • Admin Password → Use a strong password (Softaculous provides a strength meter or can generate one).
    • Admin Email → Enter the administrator’s email address.
    • First/Last Name → Enter administrator details.

  8. Database Settings.

    • Provide a database name or accept the default.
    • Configure table prefix if needed.

  9. Advanced Options (Optional).

    • Configure automated backups and rotation.
    • Enable email notifications for updates.
    • Choose auto‑upgrade options for Blesta.

  10. Install.

    • Review settings and click Install.
    • Wait for confirmation. Softaculous will display the Blesta login URL (e.g., example.com/billing/admin).