Installing Drupal on SiteGround is a straightforward process that can be broken down into a few steps. To begin, you need a SiteGround hosting account and the necessary login credentials. Follow these instructions to install Drupal:
- Access the SiteGround hosting panel: Log in to your SiteGround account and go to the My Accounts tab. From there, click on the "Go to cPanel" button.
- Locate the Softaculous Apps Installer: In the cPanel, scroll down and find the Softaculous Apps Installer section. It is typically located towards the bottom of the page.
- Choose Drupal as your CMS: Click on the Drupal icon within the Softaculous Apps Installer section. This will load the Drupal installation page.
- Select the installation settings: On the installation page, you will have to provide some information about your Drupal installation. Choose the desired protocol (HTTP or HTTPS), domain name, directory (if installing in a subdirectory), and specify the site name and description. You can also set up an admin username, password, and email address.
- Configure advanced options (optional): If you are familiar with the advanced settings, you can expand the Advanced Options section. Here, you can specify the database name, table prefix, enable automated backups, etc. These settings are not required, and the default options usually work well.
- Install Drupal: Once you have completed the necessary information, click on the Install button. Softaculous will now install Drupal on your SiteGround hosting account.
- A confirmation screen will appear to let you know that Drupal has been installed successfully. You can access your site by typing in your domain name in a web browser.
That's it! Drupal is now installed on your SiteGround hosting account, and you can start building and customizing your website using the powerful features of Drupal.
What is the URL to access the Drupal installation script on SiteGround?
The URL to access the Drupal installation script on SiteGround would vary based on the specific SiteGround hosting account. However, the general URL structure to access the Drupal installation script on SiteGround is:
https://www.yourdomain.com/cpanel
Replace "www.yourdomain.com" with your actual domain name. Once you access the cPanel, you can navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section and search for Drupal to start the installation process.
What is the correct file permission for Drupal folders on SiteGround?
The correct file permission for Drupal folders on SiteGround is typically 755 (drwxr-xr-x). This permission setting allows the owner (user) of the file to have read, write, and execute permissions, while the group and public have read and execute permissions.
What is the correct PHP file extension for Drupal configuration?
The correct PHP file extension for Drupal configuration is ".module".