How to install Joomla from Softaculous

Softaculous makes it straightforward to install Joomla on your hosting account without any manual file uploads or database setup.

Finding Joomla in Softaculous

1. Log in to cPanel and open Softaculous Apps Installer.
2. Scroll through the menu or use the search bar to find Joomla.
3. Click Joomla from the list.

You will land on the Joomla overview page, where you can read more about the software before proceeding.

Installing Joomla

1. Click the Install tab.
2. Under Software Setup, choose the domain you want to install Joomla on. If you have multiple domains on the account, select the correct one from the dropdown.
3. Enter a subdirectory in the In Directory field if you want Joomla in a subfolder (for example, blog). Leave it blank to install at the root of the domain.
4. The installer will suggest a database name - leave the default unless you have a specific reason to change it, and make sure neither the directory nor the database already exists on the server.

5. Under Site Settings, enter a Site Name and a brief Description. You can update both of these later from the Joomla admin panel.

6. Set your admin Username, Password, Full Name, and Admin Email. Choose a strong, unique password.

7. Click Install.

Softaculous will install Joomla in a few moments.

Accessing your new site

Once the installation is complete, Softaculous displays links to your new site and its admin panel. Click the site link to confirm everything is working.