A step by step guide to help you install MyBB via Softaculous in SiteWorx. All our web hosting plans include SiteWorx with Softaculous.
1. Firstly log into your SiteWorx account. (e.g. www.example.com:2443/siteworx/ )
2. Then under SiteWorx Menu, click the Hosting Features menu item if it is not already open.
3. Then click on the Softaculous option.
4. After that SiteWorx will open a Softaculous Interface.
5. On the left side of your screen, you should locate the Forums category. Click on it and then click on the MyBB link that will appear.
6. Click on the Install button.
7. Fill the necessary field, under the Software Setup field:
- Choose Installation URL: Choose the appropriate protocol/domain. Inside the “In Directory” field, enter the directory name or leave blank for main domain.
8. Enter the following details under the Board Settings field:
- Site Name: Enter the name of your website.
- Board Name: Name of the forum.
- Board E-mail: The e-mail address of the forum.
9. Under the Admin Account field:
- Username: Your new MyBB username (avoid common admin names.)
- Password: Use a strong password.
- Email: Your e-mail address.
Note: Copy the admin username and password on a notepad.
10. Enter the following details under the Choose Language field:
- Select Language: The default language is English.
11. Advanced Options: Leave this as it is unless you want to change the database name or take an automated backup.
Finally, scroll down to the end of the page and click on the Install button.
Congratulations you have installed MyBB via Softaculous in SiteWorx. Secure your forum with an SSL certificate and DDoS protection. For other SiteWorx installs, see Vanilla Forum or PunBB.
