Installing Geeklog using Softaculous
Geeklog is an open‑source CMS designed for managing dynamic web content such as blogs, portals, and community sites. With Softaculous, you can install Geeklog quickly and easily through cPanel.
Why Use Geeklog?
Section titled “Why Use Geeklog?”- Robust CMS with built‑in support for blogs, comments, and user management.
- Includes features like spam protection, calendar, and polls.
- Supports plugins, themes, and advanced customization.
- Easy one‑click installation via Softaculous.
Steps to Install Geeklog
Section titled “Steps to Install Geeklog”-
Log in to cPanel.
- Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.
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Search for Geeklog.
- In the Softaculous dashboard, type Geeklog in the search box.
- Or browse under Portals/CMS → Geeklog.
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Click Install.
- The installation page will open.
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Choose Version.
- Select the latest stable version of Geeklog.
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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 Geeklog will be installed.
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Set Directory.
- Leave blank if you want Geeklog installed at the root (e.g.,
example.com). - Enter a folder name (e.g.,
portal) if you want Geeklog installed atexample.com/portal.
- Leave blank if you want Geeklog installed at the root (e.g.,
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Configure Site Settings.
- Site Name → Enter the title of your site.
- Site Description → Enter a tagline or description.
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Set Admin Account.
- Admin Username → Choose a unique username.
- Admin Password → Use a strong password (Softaculous provides a strength meter).
- 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.
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Install.
- Review settings and click Install.
- Wait for confirmation. Softaculous will display the Geeklog login URL (e.g.,
example.com/admin).