Installing Zikula using Softaculous

Zikula is a free, open‑source content management system (CMS) and application framework written in PHP. It’s designed to be flexible, modular, and secure. With Softaculous, you can install Zikula quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use Zikula?

Combines CMS and application framework in one.
Supports modules, themes, and multilingual content.
Ideal for building community portals, business sites, and custom applications.
Easy one‑click installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install Zikula

Log in to cPanel.
- Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.
Search for Zikula.
- In the Softaculous dashboard, type Zikula in the search box.
- Or browse under Portals/CMS → Zikula.
Click Install.
- The installation page will open.
Choose Version.
- Select the latest stable version of Zikula.
Choose Protocol.
- Select https:// or https://www if your site has an SSL certificate.
- Select http:// or http://www if SSL is not installed.
Choose Domain.
- Select the domain where Zikula will be installed.
Set Directory.
- Leave blank if you want Zikula installed at the root (e.g., example.com).
- Enter a folder name (e.g., portal) if you want Zikula installed at example.com/portal.
Configure Site Settings.
- Site Name → Enter the title of your site.
- Site Description → Enter a tagline or description.
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.
Database Settings.
- Provide a database name or accept the default.
- Configure table prefix if needed.
Advanced Options (Optional).
- Configure automated backups and rotation.
- Enable email notifications for updates.
Install.
- Review settings and click Install.
- Wait for confirmation. Softaculous will display the Zikula login URL (e.g., example.com/admin.php).