What is MODX?
MODX is an open-source content management system (CMS) and web application framework. It is designed to create highly customizable and scalable websites, allowing you to manage content with ease. MODX is developer-friendly, offering flexibility in design and functionality while providing tools for building websites ranging from simple blogs to complex enterprise applications. It also includes a powerful set of security features, making it a reliable platform for web development.
Softaculous helps you install web applications very easily. Please, follow the steps below to install MODX:
Step 1. Log in to your cPanel account.
Step 2. In the Software section, click on Softaculous Apps Installer.
Step 3. cPanel will redirect you to the Softaculous interface.
Step 4. On the left side, locate the Portal/CMS category. Click on it and then select MODX.
Step 5. Click on Install.
Step 6. Fill in the necessary fields under the Software Setup section:
- Choose Installation URL: Choose the appropriate protocol/domain. If you want to install this in a subdirectory (e.g., example.com/modx), enter the directory name. Leave it blank to install in the root directory (e.g., example.com).
Step 7. Under the Site Settings field, enter the following information:
- Site Name: Enter the name of your website, such as MODX.
Step 8. Under the Admin Account field, enter the following information:
- Admin Username: Your new MODX username (for security reasons, avoid using "administrator" or "admin").
- Admin Password: Use a strong password.
- Admin Email: Your email address.
Note: Copy the admin username and password to Notepad. You will need these to access the admin area of your MODX website later.
Step 9. Choose Language: You can choose the language for your MODX installation. The default language is English.
Step 10. Advanced Options: Leave this section as is unless you want to change the database name or enable automated backups. Note that frequent backups may consume a significant amount of disk space.
Finally, scroll down to the end of the page and click on Install.
