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Installing Zenphoto using Softaculous

Zenphoto is an open‑source CMS for image galleries, multimedia, and blogs. It’s designed for photographers, artists, and small websites that need a simple yet powerful gallery system. With Softaculous, you can install Zenphoto quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use Zenphoto?

Section titled “Why Use Zenphoto?”
  • Tailored for image galleries, multimedia, and blogging.
  • Lightweight and easy to use.
  • Supports themes, plugins, and multilingual sites.
  • Quick one‑click installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install Zenphoto

Section titled “Steps to Install Zenphoto”

  1. Log in to cPanel.

    • Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.

  2. Search for Zenphoto.

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

  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 Zenphoto will be installed.

  6. Set Directory.

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

  7. Configure Site Settings.

    • Site Name → Enter the title of your gallery.
    • 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 Zenphoto.

  10. Install.

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