How to Install Exponential 6.0

Exponential 6.0 is an enterprise-grade Content Management System (CMS) designed for professional websites, intranets, and digital experiences. Follow the steps below to install it on your hosting.

✅ Prerequisites

Before you start, make sure you have:

• A hosting account with PHP (≥ 8.2) and MySQL/MariaDB support

• SSH or FTP access to your hosting account

• Composer installed (recommended)

• A domain name connected to your hosting account

✅ Step 1: Download Exponential 6.0

You can install Exponential 6.0 using Composer or by downloading the source files.

To install using Composer, run this command:

This will create a new folder called exponential containing all the system files.

Alternatively, you can download the latest release directly from the Exponential 6.0 GitHub page.

✅ Step 2: Upload Files to Server

• If you installed via Composer locally, upload all files to your hosting server using FTP or your control panel’s File Manager.

• Place the files inside your domain’s public_html directory (or a subfolder if preferred).

✅ Step 3: Create a Database

1. Log in to cPanel → MySQL Databases

2. Create a new database

3. Create a new database user

4. Assign the user to the database with ALL PRIVILEGES

✅ Step 4: Run Installation Wizard

Open your browser and go to:

The Exponential Setup Wizard will guide you through:

1. Language and regional settings

2. Default site package installation

3. Database configuration

4. Admin account setup

5. Optional demo content installation

✅ Step 4: Finalize Installation

When setup completes, you’ll have access to:

• Frontend: https://yourdomain.com

• Admin Panel: https://edit.yourdomain.com

✅ Step 5: Post-Installation Setup

Set correct file permissions (important for cache and logs):

Enable SSL/HTTPS for added security, and install any desired extensions, themes, or modules.

✅ Final Notes

• Exponential 6.0 performs best on VPS or Dedicated Hosting.

• Regularly back up your database and files.

• Use Composer or your package manager to update the platform.