Overview: 500+ Apps Included
This guide explains 500+ Apps Included step‑by‑step and why it matters for security, uptime, and performance. It’s written for small and medium businesses that rely on Blackhawk MSP for proactive, managed IT support in the Bay Area and beyond.
- ✅ Clear, actionable steps
- ✅ Best‑practice notes from our MSP engineers
- ✅ Links to related services and help
Tip: If you’re short on time, contact us — we’ll handle this for you and verify everything is working.
With cPanel’s Softaculous App Installer, you have access to over 500+ web applications ready to install in just a few clicks.
Whether you need a CMS, eCommerce platform, blog, or forum, Softaculous makes setup easy — no technical experience required.
⭐ Key Features of Softaculous App Installer
⚡ One-Click Installation
No need to manually upload or configure anything. Choose your app, click Install, and Softaculous handles the rest automatically.
500+ Applications Available
Install popular platforms such as:
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CMS: WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, Magento
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eCommerce: PrestaShop, OpenCart, WHMCS
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Blogs: WordPress, Serendipity, b2evolution
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Forums: phpBB, Simple Machines, MyBB
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Wikis: DokuWiki, MediaWiki
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Customer Support: osTicket, LiveChat
Easy App Management
Manage all installed apps directly from cPanel — update, back up, or remove them easily through the Softaculous interface.
Up-to-Date and Secure
Applications are updated regularly, ensuring you always use the latest and most secure versions.
No Technical Skills Needed
Beginners can install applications by filling in a few simple fields — Softaculous automates the setup process.
How to Install WordPress Using Softaculous
Follow these simple steps to install WordPress on your domain:
1️⃣ Log in to cPanel
Access your hosting client area → navigate to the cPanel dashboard.
(You can also use the login credentials sent to your registered email.)
2️⃣ Find WordPress Manager by Softaculous
In the left-hand menu or the Software section of cPanel, locate:
WordPress Manager by Softaculous
3️⃣ Start the Installation
Click on the Install button.
4️⃣ Select Domain and Protocol
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Choose https:// or https://www. depending on your preference.
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Select the domain where you want to install WordPress.
5️⃣ Set Up Site Information
Under Site Settings, enter:
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Site Name
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Site Description
6️⃣ Create Admin Account
Fill in the Admin Username, Password, and Admin Email.
Use a strong password for security.
7️⃣ Remove Unwanted Plugins (Optional)
During installation, you may see pre-selected plugins.
You can safely uncheck these if you don’t need them to keep your installation lightweight.
8️⃣ Click “Install”
Scroll to the bottom and click the Install button.
Softaculous will complete the installation automatically.
9️⃣ Return to WordPress Manager
Once installed, click Return to WordPress Manager to view your installed sites.
Log In to WordPress Dashboard
Click Login next to your site — this will take you directly to your WordPress admin panel.
✅ Congratulations! WordPress is now successfully installed on your domain.
How to Uninstall WordPress
If you wish to remove a WordPress site:
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Log in to cPanel
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Open WordPress Manager by Softaculous
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Find the site to remove and click the dropdown arrow
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Click Uninstall
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Confirm the removal
That’s it — your WordPress installation will be completely removed.
How to Copy (Clone) Your Site to Another Domain
Softaculous makes it easy to copy or clone an existing website to another domain under the same cPanel account.
Steps:
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Log in to cPanel
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Add your new domain under Domains → Add Domain
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Make sure the domain’s nameservers point to your hosting
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Open WordPress Manager by Softaculous
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Find the site to copy and click the dropdown arrow
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Click Clone
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Select your new domain
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Click Clone to begin the process
Once done, your site will be fully copied to the new domain — including all files, databases, and settings.
How to Back Up Your WordPress Site
Backing up your site ensures you can recover it in case of errors or plugin issues.
Steps to Create a Backup:
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Log in to cPanel
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Go to WordPress Manager by Softaculous
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Locate your domain and click the dropdown arrow
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Select Backup
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Scroll down and click Create Backup
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Wait for the process to complete
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View, download, or delete backups in the Backups Section
✅ Why Use Softaculous
| Feature | Benefit |
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| One-Click Installs | No technical steps — install instantly |
| 500+ Apps | Choose from CMS, blogs, forums, and more |
| Central Management | Handle all apps from one dashboard |
| Regular Updates | Keeps your apps secure and up-to-date |
| Backup & Restore | Protect your website data easily |
Summary
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Install over 500+ apps with one click
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Manage, update, or remove them anytime
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Backup or clone your sites instantly
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Ideal for both beginners and professionals
With Softaculous, you can build and manage powerful websites quickly and securely — all from your cPanel.
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