How to Install GetSimple CMS on macOS

GetSimple CMS is an open-source content management system that is easy to use and install. In this tutorial, we'll go through the steps to install GetSimple CMS on macOS.

Prerequisites

Before we get started, make sure that you have the following prerequisites:

• A Mac running macOS
• A web server like Apache or Nginx installed
• PHP installed (version 7.2 or higher recommended)
• MySQL or MariaDB installed

Step 1 – Download GetSimple CMS

First, download the latest version of GetSimple CMS from their official website: http://get-simple.info/download/. Choose the stable version and download it as a zip file.

Step 2 – Extract the Files

Extract the downloaded zip file into your web server's root directory. For example, if you're using Apache and installed it using the default settings, then the web server's root directory will be located at /Library/WebServer/Documents/. You can extract the files using the default Archive Utility or any other tool of your choice.

After extraction, you should see a folder named "getsimple" in the web server's root directory.

Step 3 – Create a Database

Create a new MySQL or MariaDB database for GetSimple CMS. You can use PhpMyAdmin or any other database management tool of your choice. Note down the database name, username, and password for later use.

Step 4 – Set Up GetSimple CMS

Open your web browser and navigate to http://localhost/getsimple/. You should see the GetSimple CMS setup page. Follow the steps below to complete the setup:

• Choose the desired language and click on the "Next" button.
• Check all the system requirements and click on the "Next" button.
• Enter your database details (name, username, and password) and click on the "Test Connection" button to make sure that the details are correct. If everything is working as expected, click on the "Next" button.
• Enter a username and password for the CMS and click on the "Next" button.
• Choose the default template and click on the "Next" button.

That's it! You have successfully installed and set up GetSimple CMS on macOS.

Conclusion

Installing GetSimple CMS on macOS is a straightforward process. By following the above steps, you can have a fully functional CMS up and running in no time. Happy blogging!

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