How do I install an app on my web hosting?
This article will explain how to install apps on your Hosting package.
Our Web Hosting plans come with a range of apps that can be installed in just one click! To do this, simply click on a title below to skip to the most appropriate FAQ. You can also click the Top button to return and make another selection.
Please note: for our older hosting packages, the number of apps you can install may depends on the type of package you have as each one will require a database.
Web Hosting plans purchased after July 2020 / Premium Hosting plans purchased after August 2020 (cPanel)
Select Install Application below your domain name within the Websites section.
You’ll now be taken to the Applications Browser page. Choose the app you want to install from the list of available options.
On the next page, you’ll be given a brief summary of the app. Simply click +install this application to begin the process.
Web Hosting plans purchased before July 2020 / Premium Hosting plans purchased before August 2020
Start by logging in to your legacy Control Panel. For details on how to do this, please read the following article: How do I access and manage my products?
From there, select Web Hosting or Premium Hosting within the ‘Manage active products’ section, depending on which product you wish to use.
Next, select Manage opposite the ‘(bought before XX/XX/XX)’ option
This will show you an overview of your current hosting packages. Click Manage for the account you wish to use.
On the next page, select Manage for the domain you wish to update.
Scroll down to the CGI Script section and click on the application you wish to install.
Enter a name into the field to create a directory to install the application to. Once filled click the Install Now button.
Please note: If you wish to install an application to the root directory please leave the field blank.
The application will now install, this may take a few minutes.
When the application is successfully installed you will see this page. You can now start to use the application you have installed.
