Softaculous is an auto-installer that simplifies the process of installing web applications on a 4xhost.com cPanel server. With access to hundreds of popular scripts, Softaculous makes setting up various hosting software quick and straightforward. It also provides automatic updates for added security and frequently includes new software in its library.
Features of Softaculous:
- Offers over 100 popular web applications for automated installation
- One-click updates for maintaining the latest versions of applications
- Supports multiple installations of the same application in different directories
- Allows installation on addon domains, subdomains, and subdirectories of the main domain
- Enables one-click uninstallation for applications you no longer need
How to Use the Softaculous Autoinstaller:
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Log into cPanel: Start by logging into cPanel on 4xhost.com, and find the Softaculous icon near the bottom of the control panel. You can click this icon or any software shortcut to enter the Softaculous dashboard.
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Navigate the Dashboard: On the Softaculous dashboard, browse applications by rating and category. Select the software you want to install, which will take you to a detailed installation page with information on the app’s overview, demo, features, ratings, and other options.
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Begin Installation:
- Quick Install: For a basic setup, choose the Quick Install option from the Install dropdown to fill in minimal information.
- Custom Install: For a detailed setup, select Custom Install to adjust configurations like domain, protocol (always choose
https://for secure setups), directory, language, and advanced options such as auto-updates, email notifications, and database preferences.
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Set Up Admin Account: Create an admin username, password, and email address, ensuring a secure password with the password strength indicator.
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Complete Installation: Softaculous will confirm a successful installation, and you can access the application’s admin dashboard using the provided links on the confirmation page.
Softaculous offers convenient server management on 4xhost.com, enabling one-click installations and automatic updates, making it a powerful and user-friendly tool.
