aaPanel Installation Guide

aaPanel is a free and lightweight Linux server control panel that allows you to manage websites, databases, FTP, and security with a one-click interface. This guide will help you install aaPanel on your server step by step.

1. System Requirements

Before installing aaPanel, ensure your server meets the following requirements:

OS: CentOS 7+, Ubuntu 20+, or Debian 10+
RAM: Minimum 512MB (Recommended: 1GB+)
Storage: At least 5GB Free Space
Network: A public IP address for your server

2. Update Your Server

Before installation, update your server with the following command:

3. Install aaPanel

Ubuntu/Debian Installation Command:

CentOS Installation Command:

Note: The installation process takes 2-5 minutes to complete.

4. Accessing aaPanel

Once the installation is complete, you will receive your aaPanel login details, including:

Open the URL in a web browser and log in.
Update security settings after logging in.

5. Basic Configuration

Install Software Stack: aaPanel provides options to install PHP, MySQL, FTP, and web servers.
Allow aaPanel Port (8888): Open the port using the following command:

Add Domains & Enable SSL: Configure your website and secure it with an SSL certificate.

6. aaPanel Features

One-click App Installation (WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, etc.)
FTP, Database, and DNS Management
Firewall & Security Tools
Automated Backup & Updates

7. Conclusion

Installing aaPanel is simple and efficient, making it one of the best free control panels for Linux servers. If you encounter any issues, you can seek help from the aaPanel community or post your queries on TechFixForum.