Installing Matomo Using Softaculous

Matomo (formerly Piwik) is an open‑source analytics platform that helps you track and analyze website traffic. It’s a privacy‑focused alternative to Google Analytics. With Softaculous, you can install Matomo quickly and easily through cPanel.

Why Use Matomo?

• Full control over your analytics data.

• GDPR‑compliant and privacy‑friendly.

• Real‑time visitor tracking and reporting.

• Supports plugins, goals, and e‑commerce tracking.

• Quick one‑click installation via Softaculous.

Steps to Install Matomo

1. Log in to cPanel.

   • Navigate to the Softaculous Apps Installer section.

2. Search for Matomo.

   • In the Softaculous dashboard, type Matomo in the search box.

   • Or browse under Polls and Analytics → Matomo.

3. Click Install.

   • The installation page will open.

4. Choose Protocol.

   • Select https:// or https://www if your site has an SSL certificate.

   • Select http:// or http://www if SSL is not installed.

5. Choose Domain.

   • Select the domain where Matomo will be installed.

6. Set Directory.

   • Leave blank if you want Matomo installed at the root (e.g., example.com).

   • Enter a folder name (e.g., analytics) if you want Matomo installed at example.com/analytics.

7. Configure Site Settings.

   • Site Name → Enter the title of your analytics site.

   • Admin Username → Choose a unique username.

   • Admin Password → Use a strong password (Softaculous provides a strength meter or can generate one).

   • Admin Email → Enter the administrator’s email address.

8. Database Settings.

   • Provide a database name or accept the default.

   • Configure table prefix if needed.

9. Advanced Options (Optional).

   • Configure automated backups and rotation.

   • Enable email notifications for updates.

   • Choose auto‑upgrade options for Matomo.

10. Install.

    • Review settings and click Install.

    • Wait for confirmation. Softaculous will display the Matomo login URL (e.g., example.com/analytics).