How to Install WonderCMS on Windows VPS

Introduction

WonderCMS is a simple, lightweight, and fast content management system that doesn’t require a database. This guide will show you how to install WonderCMS on a Windows VPS.

Step 1: Install a Web Server

Before installing WonderCMS, ensure you have a web server set up on your Windows VPS:

1. Download and install XAMPP (includes Apache, PHP, and more).
2. During the installation, enable Apache and PHP modules.
3. Once installed, start the Apache service using the XAMPP Control Panel.

Step 2: Download WonderCMS

1. Visit the official WonderCMS website.
2. Download the latest WonderCMS ZIP file.

Step 3: Extract and Place Files

1. Extract the contents of the downloaded ZIP file.
2. Move the extracted WonderCMS folder to your XAMPP installation’s htdocs directory (usually located at C:\xampp\htdocs).
3. Rename the folder to your desired site name (e.g., wondercms).

Step 4: Configure PHP Settings

Ensure the following PHP settings are enabled in your php.ini file:

• file_uploads = On
• allow_url_fopen = On
• short_open_tag = On

Restart the Apache server after making these changes.

Step 5: Access WonderCMS

1. Open a web browser and navigate to http://localhost/wondercms (replace wondercms with the folder name you used).
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up WonderCMS.

Step 6: Configure Remote Access

If you want to access WonderCMS remotely:

1. Open the Windows Firewall settings on your VPS.
2. Add a new inbound rule to allow traffic on port 80 (HTTP) or 443 (HTTPS).
3. Use your VPS’s public IP address to access the site from any device.

Step 7: Start Customizing Your Site

You can now log in to WonderCMS and start creating or customizing your website. Enjoy the simplicity of this lightweight CMS!