How to install MediaWiki from Softaculous

To Install MediaWiki from Softaculous

MediaWiki can easily be installed by using Softaculous in the cPanel Software / Services. This tutorial will explain how to install MediaWiki using Softaculous. Please follow the steps and install it.

 

Step 1 : Log into cPanel.

Step 2 : Find the Softaculous icon located in the Software Services section.

Step 3 : To locate MediaWiki you can either type mediawiki in the search box in the top right corner.

Step 4 : Click on Wikis in the left column.

Step 5 : When you click on the MediaWiki link, you will be taken to the home page for the MediaWiki package.

Step 6 : Click on the Install tab.

You will be asked to fill in the details of the installation.

Step 7 : If you have multiple domains associated with this account, you can select where to install it.

Step 8 :  The next two boxes require a Directory and Database Name, neither of which should exist on the server.

Step 9 : Under Site config, enter a Wiki Name and Email.

These can be changed later on from the application’s admin panel.

Step 10 : Type the desired Admin Username and Password that should be used.

Step 11 : Click Install.

After a moment, the software will be installed.

Step 12 : Once finished, you can view your new site by clicking this link.

 

You will be able to access your newly-installed MediaWiki by following the links on the page.

 

That’s it! 🙂 🙂


Vishwajit Kale
Vishwajit Kale blazed onto the digital marketing scene back in 2015 and is the digital marketing strategist of Hostripples, a company that aims to provide affordable web hosting solutions. Vishwajit is experienced in digital and content marketing along with SEO. He's fond of writing technology blogs, traveling and reading.

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