Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ / DirectAdmin

How to import application in Softaculous which I have installed manually?

The application which you have installed manually can be easily imported into Softaculous. By importing the application in Softaculous, you get two benefits:

1) You can upgrade the software through Softaculous web interface when the new version is released

2) You can easily create/restore backup of your application in Softaculous

In order to import the application in Softaculous, please follow the below steps:

Step 1: Login to your cPanel, go to Software/Services tab and click on Softaculous icon

Step 2: Softaculous home page would open, from the left menu select the application which you want to import. You can also use the Search box to find the application

Step 3: Once you open the application, you will see several tabs below the grey header, click on the Import tab

Step 4: In Import tab there are two fields Choose Domain & In Directory. If you have installed the application in public_html folder and its accessible with your main domain (www.mydomain.com) then leave the In Directory empty and click on Import button. If you have installed the software in http://www.mydomain.com/blog then just type blog in the In Directory field and click on Import button.

You may also contact the Hosteasy technical help via email for any assistance required.