What is PluXml?
PluXml is a free and open-source content management system (CMS) designed for creating simple and efficient websites. It is a lightweight solution that doesn’t require a database and stores content in flat XML files, making it easy to install and manage. PluXml is ideal for users who want a straightforward CMS with minimal overhead.
Softaculous helps you install web applications very easily. Please, follow the steps below to install PluXml:
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 PluXml.
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/pluxml), 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:
- Import Sample Data: Select No, or you can leave this as it is.
Step 8. Under the Admin Account field, enter the following information:
- Real Name: Leave this as it is or use your full name.
- Admin Username: Your new PluXml 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 those to access the admin area of your PluXml website later.
Step 9. Choose Language: You can choose the language for your PluXml 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. Please note that frequent backups may consume a lot of disk space.
Finally, scroll down to the end of the page and click on Install.
