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Installing Joomla using Softaculous

Joomla is a popular open‑source content management system (CMS) used for building websites and online applications. With Softaculous, you can install Joomla quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use Joomla?

Section titled “Why Use Joomla?”
  • Flexible CMS with thousands of extensions and templates.
  • Suitable for blogs, business sites, e‑commerce, and community portals.
  • Easy one‑click installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install Joomla

Section titled “Steps to Install Joomla”

  1. Log in to cPanel.

    • Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.

  2. Search for Joomla.

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

  3. Click Install.

    • The Joomla 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 Joomla will be installed.

  6. Set Directory.

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

  7. Configure Site Settings.

    • Site Name → Enter the title of your site.
    • Site Description → Enter a tagline or description.
    • Optionally import sample data for easier setup.

  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.
    • Real Name → Enter the display name for the administrator.

  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 Joomla.

  11. Install.

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