Getting Started
iBulletin is designed for a conventional PHP hosting environment. Upload the files, create a database, run the installer, then configure your board from the Admin CP.
Installation
- Upload the iBulletin package to your web space.
- Create an empty MySQL/MariaDB database and user.
- Open the installer in your browser.
- Enter database and administrator information.
- Complete the installer and sign in to the Admin CP.
https://example.com/forums/install/
Board Settings
Use the System section of the Admin CP for board identity, registration behavior and other global settings.
Forums & Moderators
Create categories and forums from the Forums section, then assign moderators where needed.
Members & Groups
Member administration covers user records, groups, ranks and bans.
Themes & Templates
Customize presentation through the theme/template system while keeping application behavior in the core.
Plugins
Optional extensions are managed separately from core forum features.
Upgrading
Always back up the database and files before moving between development builds.