Here is a step-by-step guide on how to install OpenCart using Softaculous in cPanel

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Step 1: Log in to Your cPanel Account

• Use your hosting provider’s login credentials to access cPanel.

Step 2: Navigate to Softaculous

• Once inside cPanel, locate the Softaculous Apps Installer.
• You can find it under the Software section, or simply type "Softaculous" in the search bar at the top.

Step 3: Search for OpenCart

• In the Softaculous dashboard, you will see different categories for apps.
• Type "OpenCart" in the search bar or find it under the E-Commerce section.

Step 4: Begin the Installation Process

• Once you find OpenCart, click the Install button.
• You’ll be redirected to the OpenCart installation page.

Step 5: Configure the Installation

You’ll need to configure the following details:

1. Choose the version of OpenCart you want to install (the latest version is recommended).
2. Choose the installation URL:
   • Select the domain where you want to install OpenCart.
   • You can leave the directory field empty if you want OpenCart to be installed at the root of your domain (e.g., example.com), or specify a subdirectory (e.g., example.com/store).
3. Admin Username and Password:
   • Set your Admin Username, Password, and Email Address for the OpenCart dashboard.

Step 6: Advanced Options (Optional)

• You can configure advanced options like database settings if you need custom database configurations. However, most users can leave these as default.

Step 7: Install OpenCart

• After configuring the options, click the Install button.
• Softaculous will begin installing OpenCart on your server. This process should only take a few minutes.

Step 8: Access Your OpenCart Store

• Once the installation is complete, Softaculous will provide a link to your new OpenCart store and the admin panel.
  • The store will typically be accessible at http://yourdomain.com (or http://yourdomain.com/store if installed in a subdirectory).
  • The admin panel will be accessible at http://yourdomain.com/admin.

That's it! You can now start customizing your OpenCart store from the admin panel.