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Installing Group Office using Softaculous

Group Office is an open‑source groupware and CRM application that combines email, calendar, contacts, tasks, and project management in one platform. With Softaculous, you can install Group Office quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use Group Office?

Section titled “Why Use Group Office?”
  • All‑in‑one groupware: email, calendar, contacts, tasks, CRM.
  • Web‑based, mobile‑friendly interface.
  • Supports multiple languages and user roles.
  • Quick one‑click installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install Group Office

Section titled “Steps to Install Group Office”

  1. Log in to cPanel.

    • Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.

  2. Search for Group Office.

    • In the Softaculous dashboard, type Group Office in the search box.
    • Or browse under ERP → Group Office.

  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 Group Office will be installed.

  6. Set Directory.

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

  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.

  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 Group Office.

  10. Install.

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