Softaculous is a popular script auto-installer that simplifies the process of installing and managing various web applications on your VPS (Virtual Private Server). While Softaculous is typically installed through a web-based control panel, it is also possible to install it directly via the terminal. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to install Softaculous on your VPS using the terminal.
Before proceeding with the installation of Softaculous on your VPS, it is crucial to configure the IonCube Loader, as Softaculous relies on it for proper functionality. To configure the IonCube Loader, follow this tutorial : How to enable IonCube Loader on WHM?
Step 1: Accessing Your VPS
To begin, you need to establish a connection to your VPS via SSH (Secure Shell). Open your preferred terminal emulator and enter the following command, replacing your_username and your_server_ip with your SSH login credentials:
ssh your_username@your_server_ip
Enter your password when prompted.
Step 2: Downloading and Installing Softaculous
Once connected to your VPS, you can proceed with the installation of Softaculous by following these steps:
Download the Softaculous installation script by entering the following command:
wget -N http://files.softaculous.com/install.sh
Assign execute permissions to the installation script with the following command:
chmod 755 install.sh
Run the installation script using the following command:
./install.sh
The installation process will begin, and you may be prompted to enter your Softaculous license details. If you don’t have a license, you can choose to install Softaculous in a demo mode.
Follow the instructions provided by the installation script. It will install Softaculous and configure the necessary dependencies on your VPS.
Step 3: Verifying the Installation
Once the installation process is complete, you can verify that Softaculous is installed and accessible. Follow these steps:
Open a web browser and enter the URL for your control panel, followed by /softaculous (e.g., https://yourdomain.com/softaculous).
If the installation was successful, you should see the Softaculous interface, indicating that it is installed and ready to use.
Conclusion:
By following the steps outlined in this article, you can install Softaculous on your VPS directly via the terminal. Softaculous simplifies the process of installing and managing various web applications, providing you with a convenient solution for website management on your VPS. Enjoy the benefits of Softaculous and streamline your application installation and management tasks on your VPS.