How to configure a Joomla site to use HTTPS

How to configure a Joomla site to use HTTPS

If you want to reconfigure your Joomla! website open via HTTPS instead of via HTTP, you can do that via the Joomla! administrator panel. Once inside go to the System tab -> Global Configuration -> Server. Then from the drop down Force HTTPS choose either Administrator Only or Entire Site. … Continued
Joomla caching

Joomla caching

The caching mechanism implemented in Joomla! is a way to improve the performance and loading speed of the content in your Joomla! website. A cache stores all or part of the content in a web page so that it doesn’t … Continued
I can’t log into the Joomla backend as administrator

I can’t log into the Joomla backend as administrator

There are few common issues that could be causing the problem. The solutions below may help you regain access to your Joomla administrative backend. Change the password of your administrator user If you receive Username/Password authentication errors when you attempt to … Continued
How to enable SEF URLs when running Joomla using the server URL?

How to enable SEF URLs when running Joomla using the server URL?

If you are using the server URL for your Joomla installation, you need an appropriate rewrite base added in the .htaccess file in order for SEF URLs to work properly. The .htaccess file can be modified using File Manager in cPanel and should include … Continued
How to setup mail in Joomla!

How to setup mail in Joomla!

If you have not made any custom changes during the installation, your Joomla will be set up by default to use the PHP Mail function to send email messages. The settings can be modified via the Joomla admin area -> System -> Global … Continued
Initial Joomla installation and configuration

Initial Joomla installation and configuration

Generally there are two ways you can install Joomla on your web hosting account: Manually, by downloading the script to your computer and uploading the installation files and folders to your account; Automatically through the Softaculous auto installer. For a detailed step-by-step information on … Continued
What are the server requirements for Joomla?

What are the server requirements for Joomla?

The minimal Joomla 3.x server requirements are as follows: PHP 5.3.x or above. MySQL 5.1 or above. Apache 2.0 or above. The following additional server-side configuration is recommended: PHP in suexec mod running as a CGI wrapper, especially suitable for … Continued
I’m receiving ‘RG_Emulation is On’ warning in Joomla’s admin area

I’m receiving ‘RG_Emulation is On’ warning in Joomla’s admin area

This warning is very important for the security of your Joomla and it is highly recommended to turn off the RG_Emulation. It can be disabled by placing the following line in your configuration.php: if(!defined(‘RG_EMULATION’)) { define( ‘RG_EMULATION’, 0 ); }