Installing eyeOS Using Softaculous
eyeOS is an open‑source web desktop platform that provides a cloud‑based operating system accessible through a browser. With Softaculous, you can install eyeOS quickly and easily through cPanel.
Why Use eyeOS?
Section titled “Why Use eyeOS?”- Offers a web‑based desktop environment accessible from anywhere.
- Includes file management, office tools, and collaboration features.
- Ideal for teams, schools, or organizations needing a shared online workspace.
- Quick one‑click installation via Softaculous.
Steps to Install eyeOS
Section titled “Steps to Install eyeOS”-
Log in to cPanel.
- Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.
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Search for eyeOS.
- In the Softaculous dashboard, type eyeOS in the search box.
- Or browse under Project Management → eyeOS.
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Click Install.
- The installation page will open.
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Choose Protocol.
- Select
https://orhttps://wwwif your site has an SSL certificate. - Select
http://orhttp://wwwif SSL is not installed.
- Select
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Choose Domain.
- Select the domain where eyeOS will be installed.
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Set Directory.
- Leave blank if you want eyeOS installed at the root (e.g.,
example.com). - Enter a folder name (e.g.,
desktop) if you want eyeOS installed atexample.com/desktop.
- Leave blank if you want eyeOS installed at the root (e.g.,
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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.
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Database Settings.
- Provide a database name or accept the default.
- Configure table prefix if needed.
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Advanced Options (Optional).
- Configure automated backups and rotation.
- Enable email notifications for updates.
- Choose auto‑upgrade options for eyeOS.
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Install.
- Review settings and click Install.
- Wait for confirmation. Softaculous will display the eyeOS login URL (e.g.,
example.com/desktop).
More information
For more information about eyeOS, please visit http://www.eyeos.com/.