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Installing Pixelpost using Softaculous

Pixelpost is a lightweight, open‑source photo blogging application. It’s designed for photographers and bloggers who want to share images in a simple, elegant way. With Softaculous, you can install Pixelpost quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use Pixelpost?

Section titled “Why Use Pixelpost?”
  • Tailored for photo blogging.
  • Lightweight and easy to use.
  • Supports templates, multilingual sites, and plugins.
  • Quick one‑click installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install Pixelpost

Section titled “Steps to Install Pixelpost”

  1. Log in to cPanel.

    • Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.

  2. Search for Pixelpost.

    • In the Softaculous dashboard, type Pixelpost in the search box.
    • Or browse under Image Galleries → Pixelpost.

  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 Pixelpost will be installed.

  6. Set Directory.

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

  7. Configure Site Settings.

    • Site Name → Enter the title of your photo blog.
    • Site Description → Enter a tagline or description.
    • 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 Pixelpost.

  10. Install.

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