Can anyone help me install prestashop to my online server?

[chiggs]

Hi I am having trouble understanding how to install prestashop and get it working.

 

I followed the guide (tried to) on the main website and got as far as the FTP client. I downloaded coreftp and when it asked for the server/site details it just kept saying 'failed to connect'.

 

So I gave up on this and logged in to the server via RDC. But all I get when I log in is another computer basically and absolutely nothing that looks like it could resemble a website or help me build a website!

 

I have my hosting and I have my domain. I just have absolutely no idea what to do to get prestashop and link it to them and then finally get it on the internet.

 

I have emailed my host who simply responded 'your package didn't include a web panel' which wasn't very helpful. I emailed back but usually takes 24-48 hours and I want to get started tonight!

 

So to summarise

 

I have a domain

I have a host and virtual private server

I have login details

 

I have no idea how to get prestashop working :'(

 

Thanks in advance to all, this is going to be a huge learning curve!

[Carolina Custom Designs]

Given the nature of your message I highly recommend you seek professional help. You may want to have PS installed for you.

 

Marty Shue

[chiggs]

I know what you're saying buddy but I reckon I can crack this with some top advice!

 

Chiggs =)

[tomerg3]

Does you host use cPanel? if so, you can use https://www.launchmyprestashop.com/

[chiggs]

hi thanks for the response I have just emailed the host and asked to be switched to a hosting package that has cpanel included.

 

just looked and mine didn't have it.

 

will reply tmrw if I have had any progress. many thanks tomerg