Overview
If your website was installed manually or migrated from another host, you can import it into Softaculous. This allows you to manage backups, updates, staging, and cloning.
Step 1 — Open Softaculous
- Log in to DirectAdmin
- Go to Softaculous Apps Installer
Step 2 — Click “Import”
- On the left menu, click Import
- Select the CMS (WordPress, Joomla, Magento, etc.)
Step 3 — Enter the website path
Example:
- Domain: yourdomain.com
- Directory: leave empty (if installed in root)
- If your site is in subfolder:
/blog, enter blog
Step 4 — Import Database
Softaculous will detect the wp-config.php or configuration file and locate the database.
Step 5 — Start the Import
Click Import. Within seconds, the CMS will appear in your Softaculous “Installations” panel.
Benefits
- Enable backups
- Enable staging
- Run automatic updates
- Clone the site
