Updated: 28 September 2026 · Applies to: Joomla 6.1 and 5.4
The quickest way to install Joomla on our cPanel hosting is Softaculous. (Fantastico, another one-click installer mentioned in older guides, has been discontinued.)
Steps
- Log in to cPanel and open Softaculous Apps Installer (in the Software section).
- Search for Joomla and click Install.
- Choose the domain and, if you like, a folder (leave it empty to install at the top of the domain).
- Enter the site name and the admin username, password and email.
- Click Install. Softaculous shows the site and administrator links when it finishes.
Tip: Tick automatic backups and upgrades in Softaculous's advanced options, so your Joomla stays up to date.