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How to install MyBB

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Here’s a step-by-step tutorial for installing MyBB on UnmeteredCloud.com using DirectAdmin and Softaculous:

How to Install MyBB via DirectAdmin and Softaculous

Introduction

MyBB is a popular, free, and open-source forum software that is easy to use and packed with features. With UnmeteredCloud’s hosting services, you can quickly install MyBB using DirectAdmin and Softaculous. This tutorial will guide you through the installation process.

Prerequisites

  1. An active UnmeteredCloud hosting account.
  2. A domain name pointed to your hosting account.
  3. Access to DirectAdmin.

Step 1: Log in to DirectAdmin

  1. Navigate to your DirectAdmin control panel.
    • URL: http://yourdomain.com:2222 or https://yourdomain.com:2222
  2. Enter your username and password provided by UnmeteredCloud.
  3. Once logged in, you will see the DirectAdmin dashboard.

Step 2: Access Softaculous

  1. In the DirectAdmin dashboard, locate the Softaculous Apps Installer under the “Advanced Features” section.
  2. Click on Softaculous to open the application installer interface.

Step 3: Search for MyBB

  1. In Softaculous, use the search bar at the top-left corner and type “MyBB.”
  2. Click on the MyBB icon from the search results.

Step 4: Start the Installation

  1. Click the Install Now button on the MyBB page.
  2. Fill in the installation details:
    • Choose Protocol: Select https:// if you have an SSL certificate installed; otherwise, choose http://.
    • Choose Domain: Select the domain where you want to install MyBB.
    • In Directory: Leave this field blank to install MyBB on the root domain (e.g., https://yourdomain.com). If you want to install it in a subdirectory, enter a folder name (e.g., forum).

Step 5: Configure MyBB Settings

  1. Admin Username: Create a username for the MyBB admin panel.
  2. Admin Password: Choose a strong password for security.
  3. Admin Email: Provide a valid email address to receive notifications and password recovery information.
  4. Site Name: Enter a name for your forum.
  5. Site Description: Provide a brief description of your forum (optional).

Step 6: Complete the Installation

  1. Review all the details you entered.
  2. Click the Install button.
  3. Wait for the installation process to complete (usually takes a few seconds).

Step 7: Access Your MyBB Forum

  1. After the installation is complete, you will see a success message with the following links:
    • Admin URL: This is where you can manage your MyBB forum (e.g., https://yourdomain.com/admin).
    • Forum URL: This is the front-end where users can interact (e.g., https://yourdomain.com).
  2. Bookmark these links for easy access.

Step 8: Customize Your Forum

  1. Log in to the MyBB admin panel using the credentials you set during installation.
  2. Customize your forum’s design, settings, and categories to suit your needs.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed MyBB on your UnmeteredCloud hosting account using DirectAdmin and Softaculous. If you encounter any issues during the installation, remember that UnmeteredCloud’s support team is available for server-related inquiries, while software-specific questions can be resolved using the MyBB documentation or community forums.

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