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Installation Instructions phpSoftPro Scripts

In this guide, we will walk through the installation process, configuration options, and customization tips to help you get your link directory up and running quickly and efficiently.

1. Prerequisites

Before you begin the installation process, ensure that your server meets the following requirements:

• PHP Version: 7.0 or higher.
• MySQL Database: Version 5.0 or higher.
• Web Server: Apache or Nginx with mod_rewrite enabled for SEO-friendly URLs.
• File Permissions: Ability to set file and folder permissions (CHMOD).

2. Downloading and Extracting the Script

1. Go to the PHPSoftPro official website.
2. Click on the download link or purchase the script if you haven't done so already.
3. Once the download is complete, extract the compressed .zip file using software like WinRAR, 7-Zip, or your operating system’s built-in extraction tool.
4. Upload the extracted files to your web server using an FTP client such as FileZilla or directly through your hosting provider’s file manager.

Note: Make sure to upload the files into the directory where you want your link directory to be accessible. For example, upload the files to the public_html or a subfolder like public_html/directory.

3. Creating a MySQL Database

The script requires a MySQL database to store its data. Follow these steps to create a new database:

1. Log in to your hosting control panel (e.g., cPanel or Plesk).
2. Navigate to the MySQL Databases section.
3. Create a new database, and then create a new MySQL user and password.
4. Assign the user to the database with ALL PRIVILEGES.

Take note of the following details:

• Database Name
• Database Username
• Database Password
• Database Host (usually localhost)

4. Running the Installation Wizard

1. In your web browser, navigate to the URL where you uploaded the script. For example: http://yourdomain.com/setup.php or http://yourdomain.com/directory/setup.php.
2. You will be presented with the installation wizard. Follow the on-screen instructions.
3. When prompted, enter your MySQL database credentials:
   • Database Host: localhost (or your database host)
   • Database Name: The database name you created earlier.
   • Database Username: The database username you created.
   • Database Password: The password for the database user.
4. Click Next to allow the installer to create the necessary tables and configure your database.
5. Once the installation is successful, for security reasons, delete the setup.php file from your server.

Troubleshooting Tips:

• If you encounter a database connection error, verify that the credentials are correct.
• Ensure that the database user has permission to create tables in the specified database.

5. Post-Installation Configuration

Admin Panel

Log in to the admin panel using the credentials you set during the installation. Here, you can configure various settings such as:

• General Settings: Site name, description, and other basic settings.
• Payment Settings: Configure payment settings and pricing for featured listings.
• Mail Settings: Set up mail settings.
• Google Integration: Add your Google AdSense and Analytics codes.

Optimizing Your Directory

• SEO Settings: Ensure your directory is optimized for search engines by configuring meta tags and URL structures.
• Database Optimization: Regularly optimize your database and clear cache to maintain performance.