Step-by-step installation guide for XMB Forum via Softaculous
Installing XMB Forum via Softaculous is a breeze with its intuitive interface and automated processes. Our detailed guide takes you through each step, from selecting the domain and directory for installation to configuring advanced options, saving you time and effort.
Softaculous helps you install web applications very easy. Please, follow the steps below to install XMB Forum.
1. Log in to your SiteWorx account.
2. In the Additional Features section, click on Sofataculous. 
3. SiteWorx will redirect you to the Softaculous interface.
4. On the left side, locate the Forums category. Click on it and then on the XMB link that appears. 
5. Click on Install. 
6. Fill in the necessary fields under the Software Setup fields:
- Choose Installation URL: Choose the appropriate protocol/domain. Inside the "In Directory" field, should you want to install this in a directory, i.e., example.com/directory, enter the directory name. Otherwise, please, leave it blank to install in your main domain, i.e., example.com..
7. Enter the following details under the Site Settings field:
- Site Name: Name of your Forum, such as Technology Forum.
8. Under the Admin Account field, enter the following information:
- Admin Username: Your new XMB username (for security reason do not use the Administrator or the Admin username.)
- Admin Password: Use a strong password.
- Admin Email: Your email address. It is helpful for admin account password reset, notification, etc.
Note: Copy the admin username and password to Notepad. You will need those to access the admin area of your XMB forum later.
9. Advanced Options: Leave this unless you want to change the database name or take an automated backup. Please, note that creating frequent backups may take a lot of disk space.
Finally, scroll down to the end of the page and click on Install. 
By following this comprehensive installation guide, you are well on your way to creating a thriving online community with XMB Forum. We'll wrap up the listicle by summarizing key takeaways and providing suggestions for further resources that can help you maximize the potential of your forum.
