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Installing Claroline using Softaculous

Claroline is an open‑source Learning Management System (LMS) designed for creating and managing online courses. With Softaculous, you can install Claroline quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use Claroline?

Section titled “Why Use Claroline?”
  • Provides tools for e‑learning, training, and collaboration.
  • Supports course creation, assessments, and learner tracking.
  • User‑friendly interface for both administrators and students.
  • Quick one‑click installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install Claroline

Section titled “Steps to Install Claroline”

  1. Log in to cPanel.

    • Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.

  2. Search for Claroline.

    • In the Softaculous dashboard, type Claroline in the search box.
    • Or browse under Educational → Claroline.

  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 Claroline will be installed.

  6. Set Directory.

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

  7. Configure Site Settings.

    • Site Name → Enter the name of your LMS.
    • Site Description → Provide a short description of your platform.

  8. 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.

  9. Database Settings.

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

  10. Advanced Options (Optional).

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

  11. Install.

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