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Installing Nibbleblog using Softaculous

Nibbleblog is a lightweight blogging platform written in PHP that does not require MySQL. With Softaculous, you can install Nibbleblog quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use Nibbleblog?

Section titled “Why Use Nibbleblog?”
  • Simple and fast blogging platform.
  • Runs entirely on PHP (no database required).
  • Ideal for small blogs or lightweight sites.
  • Easy installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install Nibbleblog

Section titled “Steps to Install Nibbleblog”

  1. Log in to cPanel.

    • Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.

  2. Search for Nibbleblog.

    • In the Softaculous dashboard, type Nibbleblog in the search box.
    • Or browse under Blogs → Nibbleblog.

  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 Nibbleblog will be installed.

  6. Set Directory.

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

  7. Configure Site Settings.

    • Site Name → Enter the title of your blog.
    • 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. Advanced Options (Optional).

    • Configure automatic updates.
    • Set backup location and rotation.
    • Enable email notifications for updates.

  10. Install.

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