WonderCMS is a lightweight, open-source CMS that offers a simple and fast way to build websites. It requires minimal resources and installation steps, making it a great choice for users looking for an easy-to-manage CMS.

WonderCMS is an extremely lightweight content management system designed for simplicity and ease of use. It’s ideal for users who want a fast and efficient solution for managing small websites without complicated setup or maintenance.

Key features of WonderCMS include:

• Flat file CMS: No need for a MySQL database.
• Minimal setup: Installation takes just a few minutes.
• Customizable: Easy to modify themes and plugins.
• Responsive: Works well on mobile and desktop browsers.

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Step 1: Create an Instance on Cloud.shape.host

Step 1.1: Access the Dashboard

• Log in to Cloud.shape.host and go to the Dashboard.

Step 1.2: Create a New Instance

• Click Create and select Instances.

Step 1.3: Choose Datacenter Location

• Choose a datacenter closest to your audience (e.g., New York, London).

Step 1.4: Select Your Plan

• Choose a Standard or CPU-Optimized plan.

Step 1.5: Configure the Instance

• Select Debian 12 as the operating system.
• Configure network and authentication settings.

Step 1.6: Configure and Launch

• Set the Network Type and Authentication Method (SSH key or password).
• Click Create Instance.

Step 1.7: Locate your Instance’s IP

Step 1.8: Access the Instance

• Access your instance via SSH:

   ssh root@<your-instance-ip>

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Step 2: Update System and Install Dependencies

First, update the system:

apt update

Install Apache, PHP, and other necessary packages:

apt install apache2 php php-common php-mbstring php-curl php-zip unzip

Verify that Apache is running:

systemctl is-enabled apache2
systemctl status apache2

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Step 3: Configure PHP

Open the PHP configuration file:

nano /etc/php/8.2/apache2/php.ini

Adjust the following values according to your server’s needs:

date.timezone = "Europe/Amsterdam"
memory_limit = 512M
upload_max_filesize = 128MB
post_max_size = 128MB
max_execution_time = 300
max_input_vars = 5000

Restart Apache to apply changes:

systemctl restart apache2

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Step 4: Configure Firewall

Install UFW and configure the firewall:

apt install ufw
ufw allow OpenSSH
ufw allow "WWW Full"
ufw enable
ufw status

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Step 5: Download and Install WonderCMS

Navigate to the web directory and download WonderCMS:

cd /var/www/
wget https://github.com/WonderCMS/wondercms/releases/download/3.4.3/wondercms-343.zip

Unzip the WonderCMS package:

unzip wondercms-343.zip -d /var/www/wondercms

Move WonderCMS files to the correct location: It appears that the actual WonderCMS files are inside the /var/www/wondercms/wondercms/ subdirectory. You need to move the contents of that subdirectory to the parent directory (/var/www/wondercms/).

mv /var/www/wondercms/wondercms/* /var/www/wondercms/
mv /var/www/wondercms/wondercms/.* /var/www/wondercms/ 2>/dev/null
rmdir /var/www/wondercms/wondercms

Set the correct permissions:

chown -R www-data:www-data /var/www/wondercms
chmod -R 755 /var/www/wondercms

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Step 6: Configure Apache Virtual Host

Enable Apache rewrite module:

a2enmod rewrite

Create a new virtual host configuration file for WonderCMS:

nano /etc/apache2/sites-available/wondercms.conf

Insert the following configuration:

<VirtualHost *:80>
    ServerName debian.shape.host
    DirectoryIndex index.php
    DocumentRoot /var/www/wondercms
    Redirect /wondercms/loginURL /loginURL

    ErrorLog /var/log/apache2/debian.shape.host-error.log
    CustomLog /var/log/apache2/debian.shape.host-access.log combined

    <Directory /var/www/wondercms>
        Options FollowSymLinks
        AllowOverride All
        Require all granted
    </Directory>
</VirtualHost>

Enable the site and restart Apache:

a2ensite wondercms.conf
apachectl configtest
systemctl restart apache2

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Step 7: Install SSL with Certbot

Install Certbot and generate SSL certificates for WonderCMS:

apt install certbot python3-certbot-apache
certbot --apache --agree-tos --no-eff-email --redirect --hsts --staple-ocsp --email contact@shape.host -d debian.shape.host

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Step 8: Access WonderCMS

Open your web browser and visit your domain:

https://debian.shape.host

On the WonderCMS homepage, you should see a generated password. Copy and save it in a secure place for future use.

• Click the “Click Here to Login” button.
• You will be redirected to the login page, where you need to input the default password provided on the welcome page.

• After logging in, navigate to the Settings/Plugins.
• You can customize settings, such as changing the Admin Login URL or updating the password.
• Remember to save your new configuration and keep your login URL secure.

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For best performance and security, host your WonderCMS site on Shape.Host’s Cloud VPS, providing fast speeds, scalability, and reliable uptime for your website.