Follow these steps to install Drupal using Softaculous in cPanel:
1. Login to Your cPanel Account
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Go to your cPanel URL and log in with your credentials.
2. Open Softaculous
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Navigate to Softaculous under the Software section.
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Find Drupal and click on it.
3. Software Setup
The Software Setup page will appear:
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Select Version: Choose the version of Drupal you want to install.
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Protocol: Leave HTTPS as the default protocol.
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Domain: Select the domain where you want to install Drupal.
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CRON Job: Use the default setting.
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Site Name: Enter the name you want for your site.
4. Admin Account
Set up your admin user for Drupal:
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Admin Username: Enter the username you will use to manage your Drupal website.
** Avoid using "admin" or your NetID.
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Admin Password: Enter a strong password.
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Admin Email: Enter a valid email address.
5. Advanced Options (Optional)
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Database Name: Choose a name for your database.
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Table Prefix: Leave the default.
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Backup Location: Choose the default if you want Softaculous to handle website backups.
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Automated Backups: Set the frequency of backups. Keep in mind these backups will take up cPanel disk space.
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Backup Rotation: Choose how many backups to keep online for restores.
6. Install Drupal
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Once all settings are configured, click Install.
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The installation process may take several minutes.
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When finished, you will receive a message with a link to log in to your new Drupal website’s admin panel.
