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Installing ImpressCMS using Softaculous

ImpressCMS is an open‑source content management system (CMS) designed for building dynamic websites, communities, and portals. With Softaculous, you can install ImpressCMS quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use ImpressCMS?

Section titled “Why Use ImpressCMS?”
  • Flexible CMS for communities, blogs, and business sites.
  • Supports modules, themes, and multilingual content.
  • Easy one‑click installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install ImpressCMS

Section titled “Steps to Install ImpressCMS”

  1. Log in to cPanel.

    • Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.

  2. Search for ImpressCMS.

    • In the Softaculous dashboard, type ImpressCMS in the search box.
    • Or browse under Portals/CMS → ImpressCMS.

  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 ImpressCMS will be installed.

  6. Set Directory.

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

  7. Configure Site Settings.

    • Site Name → Enter the title of your site.
    • Site Description → Enter a tagline or description.

  8. 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.

  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.

  11. Install.

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