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Installing OpenCart using Softaculous

OpenCart is a popular open‑source e‑commerce platform that allows you to build and manage online stores. With Softaculous, you can install OpenCart quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use OpenCart?

Section titled “Why Use OpenCart?”
  • Free and open‑source shopping cart solution.
  • Supports multiple languages, currencies, and payment gateways.
  • Large marketplace of extensions and themes.
  • Lightweight and easy to customize.
  • Quick one‑click installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install OpenCart

Section titled “Steps to Install OpenCart”

  1. Log in to cPanel.

    • Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.

  2. Search for OpenCart.

    • In the Softaculous dashboard, type OpenCart in the search box.
    • Or browse under E‑Commerce → OpenCart.

  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 OpenCart will be installed.

  6. Set Directory.

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

  7. Configure Store Settings.

    • Store Name → Enter the name of your shop.
    • Store Description → Provide a description of your store.
    • Store Owner → Enter the store owner’s name.
    • Store Address → Enter the physical address of your store.

  8. 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.
    • First/Last Name → Enter administrator details.

  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 OpenCart.

  11. Install.

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