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Installing Bootstrap using Softaculous

Bootstrap is a popular front‑end framework for building responsive, mobile‑first websites. With Softaculous, you can install Bootstrap quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use Bootstrap?

Section titled “Why Use Bootstrap?”
  • Provides ready‑made responsive grid system.
  • Includes CSS and JavaScript components for UI design.
  • Speeds up development with pre‑built templates.
  • Quick one‑click installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install Bootstrap

Section titled “Steps to Install Bootstrap”

  1. Log in to cPanel.

    • Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.

  2. Search for Bootstrap.

    • In the Softaculous dashboard, type Bootstrap in the search box.
    • Or browse under Frameworks → Bootstrap.

  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 Bootstrap will be installed.

  6. Set Directory.

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

  7. Advanced Options (Optional).

    • Configure automated backups and rotation.
    • Enable email notifications for updates.

  8. Install.

    • Review settings and click Install.
    • Wait for confirmation. Softaculous will display the Bootstrap installation URL (e.g., example.com/bootstrap).