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\"How<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If you have a web hosting account with InMotion Hosting, then you will most likely have access to a software installation program named Softaculous<\/a>. The following tutorial will show you how to install Drupal using Softaculous. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have an older VPS account or a dedicated server, then you may need to purchase a Softaculous license in order to use it. Check with your salesperson or InMotion\u2019s live technical support team<\/a> for further assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Installing Drupal with Softaculous<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you begin the installation make sure that your server meets the requirements for running Drupal. You can find the requirements in Drupal\u2019s requirement documentation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Softaculous automates many of the steps required to perform a Drupal install in order to make the process as painless as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Log into cPanel<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. When you\u2019re in cPanel scroll through the applications and find Softaculous. Click on it to open the application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. In Softaculous, locate the installation shortcut for Drupal. Please note that sometimes Softaculous may not have the installation for the latest version for Drupal.
    \"Softaculous

    <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. When you get to the overview page for the Softaculous installation of Drupal click on the blue button labeled Install now<\/strong> to proceed.

    \"Drupal
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  5. The software installation page will appear next. Here you will see the install divided into several groups: Software Setup,<\/em> Site Settings<\/em>, Admin Account,<\/em> and Advanced<\/em> options. Note that there is a line at top that allows you to select the version<\/strong>. Click on the drop-down arrow and then select the version you wish to install.

    \"select<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Once you have selected the version fill in the rest of the Software Setup section.

    Choose protocol<\/strong> \u2013 Select if you are using HTTP or HTTPS (https requires a valid SSL certificate)
    Choose domain<\/strong> \u2013 add the domain that you\u2019ll using for this installation
    In Directory<\/strong> \u2013 Type in the directory where the software will be installed. Note that the name cannot already exist.
    CRON Job<\/strong> \u2013 The Softaculous installation script requires a CRON to work. Leave the current settings if you\u2019re not familiar with changing CRON scripts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. The Site Settings<\/strong> section is next. Type in the site name for your installation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Next, you\u2019ll see the Admin Account <\/strong>section. This is the area where you will add your admin user name, password, and admin email address.

    \"Admin<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. The Advanced Options<\/strong> Section is normally hidden and must be expanded using the + button next to the section label.

    You can use the auto-generated database name, or you can use a name you want by simply typing it in.

    The table prefix<\/em> is also auto-generated but can be changed. The letters in front of the \u201c_\u201d character can be changed to your preference.

    The next option in Advanced<\/strong> is the location of the Softaculous backup. There is a default location based on the Softaculous settings. If you click on the drop-down then you specify a local file for the location of the backup.

    The final option in the Advanced Options<\/strong> section is actually optional and located under the Install button. \u201cEmail installation details to:<\/em>\u201d provides a field where you can add an email address that Softaculous will send all of the installation details to.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Click on the Install <\/strong>button to complete the installation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    This completes our tutorial on how to install Drupal with Softaculous. For more step-by-step guides and practical tips, visit our Drupal education channel<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Discover the ultimate in Drupal Web Hosting<\/a>. Elevate your website\u2019s performance, scalability, and speed for an exceptional user experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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