How to install WHMCS from Softaculous

You can install WHMCS quickly through the Softaculous app installer in cPanel. Before you begin, make sure you have a valid WHMCS licence key - a free trial licence is available from the WHMCS website if you do not yet have one.

Finding WHMCS in Softaculous

1. Log in to cPanel and open Softaculous Apps Installer.
2. Scroll through the left-hand menu or use the search box to find WHMCS.
3. Click WHMCS to open the overview page, which shows information about the software.

Installing WHMCS

1. Click Install Now on the WHMCS overview page.

   

2. Under Software Setup, choose the domain you want to install WHMCS on. If you have multiple domains on your account, select the correct one from the drop-down.

3. Set the Directory and Data Directory fields. Leave these blank to install in your domain root, or enter a subdirectory name (for example, billing).

4. Under Settings, enter your Company Name and Email address.

   

Adding your WHMCS licence key

WHMCS requires a valid licence key before you can use it. If you do not have one, visit the WHMCS website to sign up for a free 15-day trial licence. Once you have signed up, WHMCS will email the trial key to the address you provided.

1. Retrieve the licence key from your email.

2. Paste the key into the License Key field in the Softaculous installation form.

   

Completing the installation

1. Enter a Username, Password, First Name, Last Name, and Email for the WHMCS admin account.

2. Click Install.

3. Once the installation finishes, click the link provided by Softaculous to visit your new WHMCS installation.