Next up, you’ll need to create a database for Craft.

IIS fans: Make sure the account your site’s AppPool is running as has write permissions to this folder. For example, on your server it might look like this:

The only file that’s actually required here is index.php, which is the web’s official entry point into your Craft site.īy default the index.php file assumes that you uploaded the craft/ folder one level above it. The public/ folder contains a few files that can go inside your web root. (Your web root is the folder that your domain name points to.) That’s not a requirement, but do it if you can. We recommend that you upload the folder above your web root if possible, which will ensure that no one can access any of its files directly. This folder should be uploaded in its entirety to your server. The craft/ folder contains all kinds of stuff, from the actual application files to configuration files to your templates. You’ll notice that it contains two folders:

MySQL access, either via a web-based tool like phpMyAdmin, or a standalone app like Sequel Pro (opens new window).ĭownload the archive format you prefer to work with:Įxtract the archive wherever you want your new Craft project to live.

An FTP client (we recommend Transmit (opens new window)).

A web host meets Craft’s minimum requirements.Before installing Craft, make sure that you’ve got everything you need:

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