What this procedure is
How to install PrestaShop on proprietary hosting panels (not cPanel/Plesk) using the provider’s application installer.
Applies to: PrestaShop 8.x.
Why you would do this
- Your provider offers one-click installation.
- You want to avoid manual steps.
Prerequisites
- Access to the provider panel.
- Domain attached to the plan.
- Database availability (often created automatically).
Quick diagnosis (before you change anything)
1) Locate the “App installer”
Expected result: you find PrestaShop or an “E-commerce” section.
Install with the provider installer
Step 1) Select PrestaShop and location
Choose the domain and whether to install in root or a subfolder.
Expected result: final URL is defined.
Step 2) Create the admin account
Set an email and strong password.
Expected result: you can log into the Back Office.
Step 3) Finish and validate
Wait until it completes, then open the store and admin URL.
Expected result: installation is ready.
Final verification
- Store loads without a 500 error.
- Admin opens.
- You can enable SSL if the panel supports it.
If something doesn’t work (common issues)
PrestaShop is not in the catalog
- Install manually via FTP/File Manager.
- Ask the provider to enable the installer or provide phpMyAdmin access.
Best practices
- After install, enable SSL/HTTPS.
- Configure automated backups.