Installing Adminer using Softaculous

Adminer is a lightweight database management tool that provides similar functionality to phpMyAdmin and other web‑based interfaces. With Softaculous, you can install Adminer quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use Adminer?

• Manage MySQL and PostgreSQL databases through a simple web interface.

• Lightweight and faster than phpMyAdmin.

• Supports browsing, editing, and managing tables and rows.

• Quick one‑click installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install Adminer

1. Log in to cPanel.

   • Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.

2. Search for Adminer.

   • In the Softaculous dashboard, type Adminer in the search box.

   • Or browse under Database Tools → Adminer.

3. Click Install.

   • The installation page will open.

4. Choose Protocol.

   • Select https:// or https://www if your site has an SSL certificate.

   • Select http:// or http://www if SSL is not installed.

5. Choose Domain.

   • Select the domain where Adminer will be installed.

6. Set Directory.

   • Leave blank if you want Adminer installed at the root (e.g., example.com).

   • Enter a folder name (e.g., adminer) if you want Adminer installed at example.com/adminer.

7. Advanced Options (Optional).

   • Configure automated backups and rotation.

   • Enable email notifications for updates.

8. Install.

   • Review settings and click Install.

   • Wait for confirmation. Softaculous will display the Adminer login URL (e.g., example.com/adminer).

Accessing Your Databases

1. Go to the Adminer login URL provided by Softaculous.

2. Select the System type:

   • MySQL

   • PostgreSQL

3. Enter your database credentials:

   • Server → usually localhost

   • Username → database username

   • Password → database password

   • Database → name of the database

4. Click Login to access and manage your database.