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INSTALL PRESTASHOP

You just downloaded PrestaShop. This is the very beginning of your ecommerce adventure. Let’s start by installing your store!

3 ways to install your store

Quick start

Our team installs your store for you. You just need to find a host and a domain name, we’ll take care of the rest.

Difficulty level: Easy

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Automatic installation

Save time, choose automatic installation with one of our hosting partners.

Difficulty level: Moderate

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Manual installation

Are you comfortable with MySQL and FTP clients, or do you have someone to help you? You can install PrestaShop manually.

Difficulty level: Advanced

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Quick start

Install your store in 2 steps:

1. Find a host and domain name. You can view our partners’ hosting offers.
2. Buy the quick-start assistance offer for €50, excluding taxes, and you’re set!

From now on, our team will take care of everything and install your store for you.

Automatic installation

Install your store quickly thanks to the automatic installation feature offered by our hosting partners. We accompany you at every step of the process with detailed instructions and videos.

Manual installation

Manual installation requires technical skills like creating a database and transferring files to your server. Whether you’re an expert or just want to learn, our comprehensive guide is here to help.

YOUR BUSINESS, YOUR PREFERENCES.

Is your store installed? Great! Thanks to the many modules and themes available on the PrestaShop Marketplace, you can now customize it according to your desires and needs.

And to help you get started, we give you an exclusive welcome offer with 15% off your first order after creating your account.

Find the perfect theme

Professional design creates a positive image of your brand, reassures your customers, and improves conversion. You will definitely find your happiness among the more than 1,000 themes available on the PrestaShop Marketplace.

Add features

Increasing traffic, improving conversion rates, or retaining your customers… All the modules you need to grow your business are available on the PrestaShop Marketplace.

FAQ

How to choose between the 3 installation methods?

Choose an installation method based on your technical skills and the time you have available.

  • Quick start help is perfect if you’re in a hurry and don’t have any technical knowledge.
  • Automatic installation is the right method if you prefer to install your store yourself quickly and easily.
  • Finally, you can opt for the manual installation method if you have the technical skills to build your store from scratch.

If you prefer to skip the hosting and installation step, you can opt for a ready-to-use solution with the Hosted offer.

What is a host and where can I find one?

The web host provides you with storage space on a server so that your store is accessible on the internet.
You can view our partners’ hosting offers: Find a host.

What is a domain name?

The domain name is an address that allows your customers to find your store on the internet. For example, “prestashop.com” is our domain name. Sometimes the domain name is already included in your hosting offer.

Can someone set up my store for me?

Of course! You can entrust the installation of your store to our team, thanks to our Quick Start support offer. You can also count on our network of PrestaShop Experts to assist you in the creation of your store.

How do I add features and change the design of my store?

Your PrestaShop store is 100% customizable. The modules available on the PrestaShop Marketplace allow you to add new features to your store.
And to give a new look to your store, discover our catalog of themes.

Can I install PrestaShop without hosting?

Yes, you can install PrestaShop locally, directly on your computer, but your store will not be accessible online. It can be useful to test the solution: Consult the local installation guide.

RESSOURCES

Blog

Check out our blog post to learn how to install PrestaShop with the manual installation method.

PrestaShop Academy

Explore all our video tutorials to help you set up your PrestaShop store.

PrestaShop Experts

Hire a professional to help you with your store creation, design, marketing, and more.