Softaculous is an auto-installer in cPanel that allows you to install popular web applications like WordPress, Joomla, Laravel, Magento, and more in just a few clicks—no technical skills required.

What Can You Do with Softaculous?

• Install CMS platforms (WordPress, Joomla, Drupal)

• Install eCommerce apps (Magento, PrestaShop)

• Install frameworks (Laravel)

• Manage installed applications

• Backup and restore websites

• Clone and upgrade scripts

Step 1: Log In to cPanel

Open:

Log in using your cPanel username and password.

Step 2: Open Softaculous

1. In cPanel, go to Software

2. Click Softaculous Apps Installer

Step 3: Install an Application (Example: WordPress)

1. Click WordPress

2. Click Install Now

3. Configure installation details:

   • Protocol: https://

   • Domain: select your domain

   • Directory: leave empty for main domain

   • Admin Username & Password

   • Admin Email

4. Click Install

✅ Installation completes in seconds.

Step 4: Manage Installed Applications

Go to All Installations to:

• Login to admin panel

• Upgrade application

• Backup website

• Restore from backup

• Clone website

• Delete installation

Step 5: Backup & Restore Using Softaculous

Create a Backup

1. Open All Installations

2. Click Backup

3. Wait for completion

Restore a Backup

1. Click Restore

2. Select a backup

3. Confirm restore

Step 6: Clone a Website

Cloning is useful for testing or staging.

1. Click Clone

2. Choose destination domain or folder

3. Click Clone Installation

Common Softaculous Issues & Fixes

Softaculous Not Showing in cPanel

• Contact hosting provider

• Ensure Softaculous is enabled in WHM

Installation Failed

• Check disk space

• Confirm correct domain selection

• Verify database permissions

Website Shows “Not Secure”

• Ensure AutoSSL is enabled

• Use HTTPS protocol during install

Best Practices

✅ Always use HTTPS
✅ Keep applications updated
✅ Enable backups
✅ Use strong admin passwords
✅ Remove unused installations

Conclusion

Softaculous makes website installation and management easy for beginners and professionals alike. With just a few clicks, you can install, manage, backup, and clone websites directly from cPanel.