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Joomla and Drupal are powerful content management systems (CMS) used to build websites, blogs, and web applications. GHFS Hosting supports both platforms and makes installation easy through Plesk Application Installer or manual installation.

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1. Install Joomla or Drupal Using Plesk (Recommended)

Plesk includes a built-in app installer that automatically handles file setup, database creation, and configuration.

Steps:

1. Log in to your Plesk panel

2. Go to Websites & Domains

3. Click Applications

4. Search for Joomla or Drupal

5. Click Install or Install (Custom)

6. Choose:

   • Installation path (usually /httpdocs/)

   • Admin username & password

   • Database settings (Plesk can create automatically)

7. Click OK or Install

Plesk will install the CMS automatically without needing manual file uploads.

2. Manual Installation of Joomla or Drupal

If you prefer manual setup or need a specific version, follow the steps below.

A. Download the CMS

Joomla:

Download from:
https://downloads.joomla.org

Drupal:

Download from:
https://www.drupal.org/download

Download the .zip package.

B. Upload Files to Your Hosting Account

1. Go to Plesk

2. Open File Manager

3. Upload the CMS .zip file to /httpdocs/ or your chosen directory

4. Select the uploaded file

5. Choose Extract Files

Files will unpack into your website root.

C. Create a Database

1. Go to Databases in Plesk

2. Click Add Database

3. Create:

   • Database name

   • Database user

   • Password

4. Save the database details — you will need them during installation.

D. Run the Installation Wizard

Visit your domain in a browser:

Joomla:

Drupal:

The installer will launch automatically.

Follow the steps:

1. Select language

2. Enter database details

3. Create admin account

4. Configure site name and basic settings

When complete, Joomla or Drupal will be fully installed.

3. Recommended Settings After Installation

• Enable HTTPS (Let's Encrypt in Plesk)

• Update all modules/extensions

• Enable caching for better performance

• Configure SEO-friendly URLs

• Install a security extension (especially for Joomla)

• Regularly back up your site using Plesk Backup Manager

4. When to Contact GHFS Hosting Support

Contact support if:

• Installation fails with database errors

• Your CMS shows a blank page after setup

• You cannot extract files in Plesk

• You need help migrating an existing Joomla/Drupal site

• You want performance tuning or caching configured

Support can assist with installation, troubleshooting, and optimization.