What this procedure is
How to install PrestaShop on Plesk hosting using the application installer (if available) or a manual panel-based install.
Applies to: PrestaShop 8.x.
Why you would do this
- Your hosting uses Plesk.
- You want a guided install without SSH.
Prerequisites
- Plesk access.
- Domain configured.
- SSL ready (recommended).
Quick diagnosis (before you change anything)
1) Check whether Plesk has an “Applications” catalog
Expected result: you know if PrestaShop can be installed from the catalog.
Install PrestaShop on Plesk
Step 1) Install from the catalog (if available)
In Plesk, open Applications and search for PrestaShop. Follow the wizard.
Expected result: Plesk shows the store URL and admin URL.
Step 2) If no catalog: manual install
Upload the ZIP to the domain folder, create a database in Plesk, and run the web installer.
Expected result: installation completes.
Final verification
- Store loads.
- Admin opens.
- SSL works if enabled.
If something doesn’t work (common issues)
Install fails due to PHP version
- Change the PHP version for the domain in Plesk.
- Check enabled extensions.
Best practices
- Install on staging first for existing stores.
- Back up before installing modules.