What is Chevereto?
Chevereto is a robust image hosting script that allows users to create their own image hosting website, similar to platforms like Imgur. It comes packed with features that include user registration, albums, privacy settings, easy-to-use embed codes, and more.
Advantages of Using Chevereto:
- Self-hosted: Offers total control over your images and user data.
- Customizable: Comes with a variety of themes and settings to tailor the appearance and functionality to your needs.
- Responsive Design: Designed to be mobile-friendly, ensuring optimal viewing on all devices.
- Bulk Uploading: Allows users to upload multiple images at once with ease.
Installing Chevereto Using Softaculous on Dark Horse Virtue Digital Footprint Hosting:
Step 1: Access Softaculous
- Log in to your Dark Horse Virtue Digital Footprint Hosting control panel.
- Navigate to the ‘Software’ section or directly access ‘Softaculous Apps Installer‘ scroll menu in cPanel.
- Click on the Softaculous icon.
Step 2: Find Chevereto
- Utilize the search function within Softaculous to type “Chevereto” or locate it under relevant categories, likely “Images” or “Galleries”.
- Click on Chevereto’s name to open its overview page.
Step 3: Start the Installation
- Hit the ‘Install Now’ button.
- Choose your desired protocol (http or https). For domains equipped with SSL, ‘https’ is recommended.
- Select the domain or subdomain where you wish to install Chevereto.
- If you’re aiming for an installation on the main domain (e.g.,
gallery.example.com), keep the “In Directory” field empty. - Configure necessary settings, like site name and administrative account details. Always use a strong password for added security.
- After adjusting all settings, click the ‘Install’ button at the bottom.
Step 4: After Installation
- When the installation finishes, Softaculous will present a confirmation message, alongside links to your Chevereto platform and its administrative area.
- Use the previously set credentials to log into the Chevereto admin dashboard. Here, you can adjust settings, monitor uploads, and more.
Tips for Using Chevereto:
- Storage: Ensure that your hosting plan provides sufficient storage, as image hosting can quickly consume space.
- Regular Backups: Given the user-generated nature of the content, make consistent backups to safeguard against potential data loss.
- Updates: Always keep your Chevereto script and plugins up to date to benefit from security patches and new features.
- Security Measures: Implement security best practices, such as SSL and strong login credentials, to protect both your site and user data.
Conclusion:
Through the convenience of Softaculous on Dark Horse Virtue Digital Footprint Hosting, setting up Chevereto is a breeze. With Chevereto, users gain the ability to create their very own image hosting platform, offering a controlled and customizable environment for both personal and community use.
