{"id":2505,"date":"2018-07-21T16:54:21","date_gmt":"2018-07-21T16:54:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/docs.creativegigs.net\/docs\/charles-documentation\/how-to-faqs\/how-to-change-author-avatar\/"},"modified":"2026-02-07T12:33:35","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T12:33:35","slug":"how-to-enable-automatic-updates-for-installed-applications-via-softaculous","status":"publish","type":"docs","link":"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/docs\/webpanel-faq\/softaculous\/how-to-enable-automatic-updates-for-installed-applications-via-softaculous\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Enable Automatic Updates for Installed Applications via Softaculous"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"2505\" class=\"elementor elementor-2505\" data-elementor-post-type=\"docs\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a86e427 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6a86e427\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-196286bb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"196286bb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong>Introduction<\/strong><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-52af6fe elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"52af6fe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>This guide provides step-by-step instructions on enabling the auto-update feature for your installed web applications (such as WordPress, Joomla, etc.) using the Softaculous Apps Installer within the BigCloudy Hosting Control Panel.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9a5d839 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9a5d839\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2eca8f4b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2eca8f4b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>Why Automatic Updates are Critical <\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Automatic updates, often referred to as \u201cAuto-Fupdates\u201d in hosting environments, are essential for maintaining the security, performance, and stability of your website.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Benefits of Auto-Upgrades<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Security:<\/b>\u00a0Most website security issues arise from outdated software with known vulnerabilities. Automatic updates ensure that\u00a0<b>security patches<\/b>\u00a0are applied immediately upon release, protecting your site from exploits.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stability and Performance:<\/b>\u00a0Updates often include bug fixes, performance enhancements, and compatibility improvements, ensuring your application runs smoothly with the latest server software.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Convenience:<\/b>\u00a0Removes the need to manually log in and check for updates, saving you time and reducing the risk of human error.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-546ed433 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"546ed433\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9b653e6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9b653e6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>Prerequisites <\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Before proceeding, please ensure you have the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Access to your\u00a0<b>BigCloudy Hosting Control Panel<\/b>\u00a0login credentials.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">An application (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, PrestaShop) is already installed via Softaculous.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><i>(Optional but highly recommended):<\/i>\u00a0Ensure your automatic backup settings are enabled in Softaculous or your hosting plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-79a0ee9 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"79a0ee9\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-43b7981 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"43b7981\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>Step-by-Step Guide to Enabling Auto-Updates <\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Follow these steps carefully to configure the auto-upgrade options for your chosen application.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 1: Access the Softaculous Apps Installer<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Log In to Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/billing\/login\">BigCloudy Account<\/a><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter your email and password, then click Sign In.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the main dashboard, select services<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on the login to cpanel<\/span>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f766b89 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f766b89\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"701\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/client-log-in.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-19339\" alt=\"Client area login Bigcloudy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/client-log-in.webp 701w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/client-log-in-300x168.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/client-log-in-20x11.webp 20w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/client-log-in-32x18.webp 32w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/client-log-in-270x152.webp 270w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a421253 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"a421253\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"638\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/image51.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-21577\" alt=\"client-area-bigcloudy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/image51.png 755w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/image51-300x254.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/image51-20x17.png 20w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/image51-32x27.png 32w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3178eac elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3178eac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li>Navigate to the\u00a0<strong>Software<\/strong>\u00a0section on the main dashboard.<\/li>\n<li>Click the\u00a0<strong>Softaculous Apps Installer<\/strong>\u00a0icon. This will launch the Softaculous dashboard.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-887f749 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"887f749\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-automated-updates-1024x525.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-16174\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-automated-updates-1024x525.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-automated-updates-300x154.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-automated-updates-768x394.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-automated-updates-20x10.webp 20w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-automated-updates-32x16.webp 32w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-automated-updates-1536x788.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-automated-updates.webp 1836w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ea061fa elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"ea061fa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"502\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-enabling--1024x502.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-16175\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-enabling--1024x502.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-enabling--300x147.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-enabling--768x376.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-enabling--20x10.webp 20w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-enabling--32x16.webp 32w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-enabling--1536x753.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-enabling-.webp 1914w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-302a1253 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"302a1253\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2fbb305b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2fbb305b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><b>Step 2: Locating the Installation<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>In the Softaculous navigation bar (usually located at the top right), click the\u00a0<strong>Installations<\/strong>\u00a0icon. This icon typically looks like a server rack or a box.<\/li>\n<li>A list of all applications currently installed on your hosting account via Softaculous will appear.<\/li>\n<li>Locate the application you wish to manage (e.g., your primary WordPress site).<\/li>\n<li>Click the\u00a0<strong>Edit Details<\/strong>\u00a0icon (a\u00a0<strong>Pencil icon<\/strong>) next to the application\u2019s entry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e5b5cd8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e5b5cd8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"503\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-locating-1024x503.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-16176\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-locating-1024x503.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-locating-300x147.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-locating-768x377.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-locating-20x10.webp 20w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-locating-32x16.webp 32w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-locating-1536x754.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-locating.webp 1909w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-632f141 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"632f141\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3747520 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3747520\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><b>Step 3: Enabling Core Application Auto-Upgrade <\/b><\/h3>\n<p>The Edit Installation page contains various settings. Scroll down to the\u00a0<strong>Auto Upgrade<\/strong>\u00a0section.<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Auto Upgrade:<\/strong>\u00a0Check the box labeled\u00a0<strong>\u201cAuto Upgrade\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a0<strong>\u201cAuto Upgrade to latest version\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\">Note: This enables the core application (such as WordPress core files) to update automatically.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5619d60 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"5619d60\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"514\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-upgradation-1024x514.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-16177\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-upgradation-1024x514.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-upgradation-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-upgradation-768x385.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-upgradation-20x10.webp 20w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-upgradation-32x16.webp 32w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-upgradation-1536x770.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bigcloudy-upgradation.webp 1876w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d56173e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d56173e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>2.\u00a0<strong>Backup Location:<\/strong>\u00a0If prompted, ensure the\u00a0<strong>\u201cBackup Location\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0is set to\u00a0<strong>Default<\/strong>\u00a0or a location you can easily access.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd928d7 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"dd928d7\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d22ef2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1d22ef2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><b>Step 4: Configuring Component Auto-Upgrades (WordPress Example) <\/b><\/h3>\n<p>For applications like\u00a0<strong>WordPress<\/strong>, you will have separate options to manage the components that extend its functionality.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Setting<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Recommendation<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Auto Upgrade WordPress Plugins<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Checked<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Automatically updates all installed plugins when a new version is released.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Auto Upgrade WordPress Themes<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Checked<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Automatically updates themes installed on your site, even if they are not currently active.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Backup Before Auto Upgrade<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Checked<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>(HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)<\/strong> Softaculous will create a complete backup of your installation <em>before<\/em> performing any upgrade, providing a crucial restore point if issues occur.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e261f4e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e261f4e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n<li>Once all desired options are checked, scroll to the bottom of the page and click the blue\u00a0<strong>Save Installation Details<\/strong>\u00a0button.\n<p><strong>Your application is now configured for automatic maintenance updates!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\nIf you experience any issues after an auto-upgrade, please immediately contact BigCloudy Hosting Support with the error details provided in your Softaculous email notification.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-16ec4229 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"16ec4229\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-65bf89ee e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"65bf89ee\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e74e60e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e74e60e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Enabling automatic updates for your installed applications through Softaculous is a proactive step towards maintaining a secure and stable web presence. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you ensure that your applications receive timely security patches, performance improvements, and bug fixes without requiring manual intervention. Coupled with regular backups, automatic updates form a comprehensive maintenance strategy that protects your website from vulnerabilities and keeps your applications running optimally.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-551f918 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"551f918\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8ae5d8c e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8ae5d8c\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6463d4da elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6463d4da\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n<h2 id=\"need-help\"><b>Need Help? <\/b><\/h2>\n<p>If you face any issues updating your nameservers or need further assistance, our support team is always available:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/16.0.1\/svg\/1f4e7.svg\" alt=\"mail\" \/>\u00a0<b>Email:<\/b>\u00a0support@bigcloudy.com<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/16.0.1\/svg\/1f310.svg\" alt=\"website\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bigcloudy.com\/contact-us\">\u00a0<b>Submit a support ticket<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7f9d1764 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7f9d1764\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a270e31 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a270e31\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>FAQ<\/b><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1673aaf6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-adv-accordion\" data-id=\"1673aaf6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-adv-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t        <div class=\"eael-adv-accordion\" id=\"eael-adv-accordion-1673aaf6\" data-scroll-on-click=\"no\" data-scroll-speed=\"300\" data-accordion-id=\"1673aaf6\" data-accordion-type=\"accordion\" data-toogle-speed=\"300\">\n    <div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n                <div id=\"what-happens-if-my-application-breaks-during-an-automatic-update\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-3761\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">What happens if my application breaks during an automatic update?<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-3761\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" aria-labelledby=\"what-happens-if-my-application-breaks-during-an-automatic-update\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Softaculous creates a complete backup before performing any update, allowing you to restore your installation to its previous state if issues occur. Contact BigCloudy Hosting Support immediately with the error details from your Softaculous email notification for assistance.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n                <div id=\"can-i-disable-automatic-updates-if-needed\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-3762\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Can I disable automatic updates if needed?<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-3762\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" aria-labelledby=\"can-i-disable-automatic-updates-if-needed\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can disable automatic updates by returning to the installation settings in Softaculous and unchecking the auto-upgrade options. However, manual updates are recommended to maintain security.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n                <div id=\"how-often-do-updates-occur\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-3763\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">How often do updates occur?<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-3763\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" aria-labelledby=\"how-often-do-updates-occur\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Update frequency depends on when developers release new versions. Once a new version is released, Softaculous will automatically apply it according to your configured settings, typically within 24 hours.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n                <div id=\"will-automatic-updates-affect-my-websites-downtime\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-3764\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Will automatic updates affect my website's downtime?<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-3764\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" aria-labelledby=\"will-automatic-updates-affect-my-websites-downtime\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Softaculous is designed to minimize downtime during updates. However, there may be brief periods of unavailability. Consider scheduling updates during low-traffic times if this is a concern.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n                <\/div><div class=\"eael-accordion-list\">\n                <div id=\"are-there-any-risks-with-automatic-updates\" class=\"elementor-tab-title eael-accordion-header\" tabindex=\"0\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-3765\"><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-advanced-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fa-accordion-icon e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"eael-accordion-tab-title\">Are there any risks with automatic updates?<\/span><\/div><div id=\"elementor-tab-content-3765\" class=\"eael-accordion-content clearfix\" data-tab=\"5\" aria-labelledby=\"are-there-any-risks-with-automatic-updates\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automatic updates are generally safe and necessary for security. However, ensure backups are enabled as a precaution. Most update failures are easily resolved by restoring from your automatic backup.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n                <\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction This guide provides step-by-step instructions on enabling the auto-update feature for your installed web applications (such as WordPress, Joomla, etc.) using the Softaculous Apps Installer within the BigCloudy Hosting Control Panel. Why Automatic Updates are Critical Automatic updates, often referred to as \u201cAuto-Fupdates\u201d in hosting environments, are essential for maintaining the security, performance, and stability of your website. Key Benefits of Auto-Upgrades Security:\u00a0Most website security issues arise from outdated software with known vulnerabilities. Automatic updates ensure that\u00a0security patches\u00a0are applied immediately upon release, protecting your site from exploits. Stability and Performance:\u00a0Updates often include bug fixes, performance enhancements, and compatibility improvements, ensuring your application runs smoothly with the latest server software. Convenience:\u00a0Removes the need to manually log in and check for updates, saving you time and reducing the risk of human error. Prerequisites Before proceeding, please ensure you have the following: Access to your\u00a0BigCloudy Hosting Control Panel\u00a0login credentials. An application (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, PrestaShop) is already installed via Softaculous. (Optional but highly recommended):\u00a0Ensure your automatic backup settings are enabled in Softaculous or your hosting plan. Step-by-Step Guide to Enabling Auto-Updates Follow these steps carefully to configure the auto-upgrade options for your chosen application. Step 1: Access the Softaculous Apps Installer Log In to Your BigCloudy Account Enter your email and password, then click Sign In. From the main dashboard, select services Click on the login to cpanel. Navigate to the\u00a0Software\u00a0section on the main dashboard. Click the\u00a0Softaculous Apps Installer\u00a0icon. This will launch the Softaculous dashboard. Step 2: Locating the Installation In the Softaculous navigation bar (usually located at the top right), click the\u00a0Installations\u00a0icon. This icon typically looks like a server rack or a box. A list of all applications currently installed on your hosting account via Softaculous will appear. Locate the application you wish to manage (e.g., your primary WordPress site). Click the\u00a0Edit Details\u00a0icon (a\u00a0Pencil icon) next to the application\u2019s entry. Step 3: Enabling Core Application Auto-Upgrade The Edit Installation page contains various settings. Scroll down to the\u00a0Auto Upgrade\u00a0section. Auto Upgrade:\u00a0Check the box labeled\u00a0\u201cAuto Upgrade\u201d\u00a0or\u00a0\u201cAuto Upgrade to latest version\u201d. Note: This enables the core application (such as WordPress core files) to update automatically. 2.\u00a0Backup Location:\u00a0If prompted, ensure the\u00a0\u201cBackup Location\u201d\u00a0is set to\u00a0Default\u00a0or a location you can easily access. Step 4: Configuring Component Auto-Upgrades (WordPress Example) For applications like\u00a0WordPress, you will have separate options to manage the components that extend its functionality. Setting Recommendation Description Auto Upgrade WordPress Plugins Checked Automatically updates all installed plugins when a new version is released. Auto Upgrade WordPress Themes Checked Automatically updates themes installed on your site, even if they are not currently active. Backup Before Auto Upgrade Checked (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED) Softaculous will create a complete backup of your installation before performing any upgrade, providing a crucial restore point if issues occur. Once all desired options are checked, scroll to the bottom of the page and click the blue\u00a0Save Installation Details\u00a0button. Your application is now configured for automatic maintenance updates!\u00a0 If you experience any issues after an auto-upgrade, please immediately contact BigCloudy Hosting Support with the error details provided in your Softaculous email notification. Conclusion Enabling automatic updates for your installed applications through Softaculous is a proactive step towards maintaining a secure and stable web presence. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you ensure that your applications receive timely security patches, performance improvements, and bug fixes without requiring manual intervention. Coupled with regular backups, automatic updates form a comprehensive maintenance strategy that protects your website from vulnerabilities and keeps your applications running optimally. Need Help? If you face any issues updating your nameservers or need further assistance, our support team is always available: \u00a0Email:\u00a0support@bigcloudy.com \u00a0Submit a support ticket FAQ What happens if my application breaks during an automatic update? Softaculous creates a complete backup before performing any update, allowing you to restore your installation to its previous state if issues occur. Contact BigCloudy Hosting Support immediately with the error details from your Softaculous email notification for assistance. Can I disable automatic updates if needed? Yes, you can disable automatic updates by returning to the installation settings in Softaculous and unchecking the auto-upgrade options. However, manual updates are recommended to maintain security. How often do updates occur? Update frequency depends on when developers release new versions. Once a new version is released, Softaculous will automatically apply it according to your configured settings, typically within 24 hours. Will automatic updates affect my website&#8217;s downtime? Softaculous is designed to minimize downtime during updates. However, there may be brief periods of unavailability. Consider scheduling updates during low-traffic times if this is a concern. Are there any risks with automatic updates? Automatic updates are generally safe and necessary for security. However, ensure backups are enabled as a precaution. 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