Hosting and Softaculous
Hosting with Softaculous offers safe and secure solutions for businesses and individuals looking to quickly and easily install and manage web applications. Softaculous is a popular auto-installer that simplifies the process of deploying software applications, including content management systems (CMS), e-commerce platforms, and more. Softaculous offers a range of features and tools to ensure the security and reliability of installed applications
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Professional Tools for Your Website, Email and Domains
- • SSH Secure Command-Line Access
- • Remote MySQL Database Access
- • Raw Access and Error Log Reports
- • 45-Day Money-Back Guarantee
- • Website Import and Migration Tools
- • Email Delivery Tracking Tools
- • Custom Email Filtering Rules
- • Disk Space Usage Monitoring
- • Two-Factor Authentication
- • Multilingual Website Builder Support
Powerful Softaculous Features
Install, manage, back up, clone, stage, restore, and update hundreds of web applications quickly and easily with Softaculous.
- One-Click App Installation – Install WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, Magento, and 380+ web applications in just a few clicks.
- Website Backup & Restore – Create manual or scheduled backups and restore your website whenever needed.
- Remote Backup Storage – Store backups on Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, Amazon S3, FTP, WebDAV, and other remote destinations.
- Website Cloning – Clone your website to safely test changes, create development copies, or duplicate existing projects.
- One-Click Staging – Create a staging copy of your live website to test updates, plugins, themes, and customizations before publishing.
- WordPress Manager – Manage WordPress updates, plugins, themes, backups, staging sites, and security from one dashboard.
- Import Existing Websites – Import WordPress and other supported applications into Softaculous without reinstalling everything from scratch.
- Show Script Installations – View and manage every installed application from a centralized dashboard for quick access to maintenance and administration tools.
- Application Ratings & Live Demos – Compare software using ratings, reviews, and live demos before installing your next application.
- Script Demos – Preview application front-end and admin interfaces before installation to compare features and choose the best software for your website.
- Application Settings Management – Update installation settings, administrator information, site URLs, and other application preferences from one location.
- Multiple Backup Locations – Add and manage multiple backup destinations for greater flexibility and improved disaster recovery planning.
- WordPress Set Management – Organize and manage WordPress themes and plugins using reusable WordPress Sets for faster deployments.
- Additional Domain Support – Install applications on addon domains, subdomains, or other available domains within your hosting account.
- Automated Task Monitoring – Monitor the progress of installations, backups, restores, cloning, and staging operations from the built-in task manager.
The most popular Auto App Installer for Web Hosting
With stunning looks and the easiest and most elegant to use, control everything from within cPanel. Letting you focus on your website rather than spending time on installing scripts
Try the Softaculous Easy Demo. Check out the specifications, read reviews, and much more for each application .
Choose the Softaculous App Hosting Plan That's Right for You
Our hosting plans are designed to grow with your website, offering straightforward pricing, reliable performance, and easy upgrades. Compare the plans below to find the best fit for your business, blog, or online store.
Pro Personal
For portfolios & blogsRenews at $7.99/mo
- 25 GB SSD Storage
- Free Domain Names
- Unmetered Bandwidth
- Secure Payment Options
- SiteJet AI Website Builder
- 360 Website Monitoring
- 45 Day Guarantee
- Malware Scan - Included
- WordPress - Included
- cPanel Softaculous - Included
- SSL Certificates - Included
- 5 Email Accounts
- 5 Parked Domains
- 5 Sub Domains
- 1 Website
Pro Business
Growing teams & shopsRenews at $10.99/mo
- 50 GB SSD Storage
- Free Domain Names
- Unmetered Bandwidth
- Secure Payment Options
- SiteJet AI Website Builder
- 360 Website Monitoring
- 45 Day Guarantee
- Malware Scan - Included
- WordPress - Included
- cPanel Softaculous - Included
- SSL Certificates - Included
- 25 Email Accounts
- 25 Parked Domains
- 25 Sub Domains
- 5 Websites
Pro Ultimate
For Unlimited ScaleRenews at $15.99/mo
- Unlimited SSD Storage
- Free Domain Names
- Unmetered Bandwidth
- Secure Payment Options
- SiteJet AI Website Builder
- 360 Website Monitoring
- 45 Day Guarantee
- Malware Scan - Included
- WordPress - Included
- cPanel Softaculous - Included
- SSL Certificates - Included
- Unlimited Email Accounts
- Unlimited Parked Domains
- Unlimited Sub Domains
- Unlimited Websites
Softaculous Hosting Services That Work For You
Since our launch in 1997, we have had a strong focus on providing the latest and best versions of the most popular development software. A short list of the development software available includes: PHP, MySQL, HTML, XHTML, Java, PostgreSQL, Python, PERL, Apache, Node.js, CSS, FTP/SFTP, cPanel, Softaculous, SSL, and Free SSL. Coding or Script Libraries Available with all RSH Web Hosting Accounts.
Just how easy it is to use Softaculous
1.) Log into your cPanel control panel
2.) Click the Softaculous icon
3.) Select the software application you want to install
4.) Set where you want the software to be installed
5.) Select your user-name and a password
6.) Click - "Install" - That's it
Most Used Scripts
Portals/CMS » 80 Available
Forums » 21 Available
Customer Support » 16 Available
Image Galleries » 9 Available
Blogs » 15 Available
Wikis » 4 Available
Social Networking » 12 Available
Ad Management» 1 Available
Calendars » 5 Available
Gaming » 1 Available
E-Mail » 8 Available
Polls and Analytics » 11 Total
Project Management » 23 Available
E-Commerce » 34 Available
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right application in Softaculous?
Start by defining what your website must do, such as publishing articles, selling products, managing projects, building a community, or sharing files. Review each application’s description, ratings, screenshots, requirements, and live demo before installing it. For a familiar content management system with extensive themes and plugins, consider WordPress hosting.
What is the difference between cloning and staging a website?
Cloning creates a separate copy of an existing website, which is useful for duplicating projects, creating development versions, or moving an installation. Staging creates a testing environment connected to the live website so changes can be reviewed before deployment. Both features reduce the risk of experimenting directly on a production site, but a backup should still be created first.
Can Softaculous import an existing website installation?
Yes. Softaculous can import supported applications that were installed manually or transferred from another hosting provider, allowing them to appear in the Softaculous management dashboard. After importing, you may be able to manage updates, backups, cloning, staging, and installation details centrally. Website files and databases should be backed up before beginning any migration or import process.
Where can Softaculous backups be stored?
Backups may be saved within the hosting account or sent to supported remote destinations such as FTP, WebDAV, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, and Amazon S3. Remote storage provides another recovery location if account files become unavailable. Backup size, destination capacity, connection settings, and retention schedules should be reviewed regularly. See the cPanel backup guide for additional options.
Should I enable automatic updates for every installed application?
Automatic updates can help keep supported applications, themes, and plugins current, but they should be configured carefully. Major releases or incompatible add-ons can sometimes affect layouts or functionality. Create scheduled backups, maintain a staging copy, and review update settings for each installation. The Softaculous WordPress Manager guide explains centralized WordPress maintenance features.
Why did my Softaculous installation fail?
An installation may fail because the selected directory contains files, the database limit has been reached, the domain is not configured correctly, the application requires a different PHP version, or the hosting account lacks sufficient storage. Review the displayed error, verify the installation path, and check your PHP settings through the MultiPHP Manager before trying again.
Can I install more than one application on the same hosting account?
Yes. You can install different applications on separate domains, subdomains, or directories, provided the hosting plan includes enough websites, databases, storage, and server resources. For example, WordPress could run on the main domain while a forum or project tool uses a subdomain. Use subdomain management to organize separate applications clearly.
How can I remove an application without leaving files behind?
Use the Softaculous installation list to remove the application, its directory, and its associated database when they are no longer needed. Download a backup first if the content may be required later. Avoid deleting files manually unless you understand which database and configuration records belong to the installation. Remaining files can be reviewed through the cPanel File Manager.
Is Softaculous better than installing applications manually?
Softaculous is usually more convenient for users who want guided installation, automatic database creation, update controls, backups, cloning, staging, and centralized application management. Manual installation may provide greater control over custom configurations, file placement, or development workflows. Beginners and busy website owners often benefit from automation, while developers may choose either method based on project requirements. Review available Softaculous tutorials for setup guidance.
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