Want to deploy your web application quickly and efficiently using managed cloud hosting? With the Cloudways Platform, adding an application, whether on a new or existing cloud server, is just a few clicks away.
This guide walks you through every step needed to install your favorite web applications (like WordPress, Magento, or Laravel) on Cloudways, whether you're using Cloudways Flexible or the new Cloudways Autonomous experience.
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In this article, you will learn how to deploy a new web application on the Cloudways Platform.
How to Add an Application on the Cloudways Platform?
Learn how to deploy your favorite applications, like WordPress or Laravel, on the Cloudways Platform using our step-by-step instructions.
First, select your platform:
Cloudways Flexible
With Cloudways Flexible, deploying a new application on the Cloudways Platform is fast and straightforward. You can choose to launch your application on either a new cloud server or an existing server, depending on your hosting needs.
New Server - Ideal for users who want to launch an application with a fresh server setup.
Existing Server - Perfect if you want to deploy the application alongside your existing projects on the same server.
New Server
Follow the steps below to launch your application on a new Cloudways server. If you prefer visual guidance, you can also watch the video tutorial linked below:
Step #1:
Log in to your Cloudways Platform using your email address and password.
From the top menu bar, open Servers.
If this is your first time launching a server, you will click Launch to launch your first server.
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If you’ve previously launched a server, simply click Add Server to set up a new one like below:
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Step #2
You must select your desired application, cloud provider, and server size based on your requirements. Please follow the instructions below:
First, select your desired application from our vast pool of applications. In this example, we have selected WordPress.
Type the name of your app. In this example: Test 2, you can name anything you want.
Type the name of your server. In this example: Test 2, you can name anything you want.
Select your project. You may have created a project already after registering on Cloudways; you can choose that or create a new project.
Now, you can pick one of the following cloud providers. We have chosen DigitalOcean in this example. If you need help with choosing the Cloud provider, then click here.
Select server size as per your requirements. You can view the details of the server by hovering over each size.
Select your desired server location from the drop-down menu. In this example, London is selected, as shown below.
Finally, review your monthly estimated cost and click Launch Now to get started. Moreover, if you have chosen AWS or GCE as your Cloud provider, then you also need to select Bandwidth and Storage limit.
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New Interface
Once complete, your new server and selected application will be deployed within a few minutes.
Step #3:
Once the installation is complete, click the www button on your target server to view your newly deployed application.
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Existing Server
Step #1:
Log in to your Cloudways Platform using your email and password.
From the top navigation menu, click on Servers.
Select the server where you want to install the new application.
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New Interface
Now, click on the Grid icon located in the bottom right corner of the screen and then select Add App.
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New Interface
Step #2:
Select your desired application from the drop-down list.
Type the name of your app. In this example: Test 1, you can name anything you want.
Select your project. You may have created a project already after registering on Cloudways; you can choose that or create a new one.
Click on the Add Application button once done.
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New Interface
Important
If you receive a warning about upgrading PHP or MySQL/MariaDB due to application requirements, please refer to this guide for step-by-step instructions.
Once the installation is complete, your high-performance application will be ready within a few minutes. You’ll also receive a notification confirming the successful deployment.
Note:
Ensure that the MySQL service is running during the application installation process. If it’s not active, the installation will fail, and you’ll encounter the following error:
“MySQL service must be running to complete this operation.”
Step #3:
You can view your new application once the installation is completed on the server by clicking the www button on the target server.
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New Interface
Cloudways Autonomous
Deploying an application using Cloudways Autonomous is quick and effortless. Before you begin, please confirm whether you’ve already subscribed to a server plan:
I Have Not Subscribed to a Plan
Step #1:
Log in to your Cloudways Platform using your email and password.
Once logged in, select your preferred Server Plan and then click Select Plan to proceed.
Next, click Confirm Plan.
Step #2:
Type the name of your application.
Select your desired server location from the drop-down.
Select your desired application from the drop-down list.
Next, click Launch Application.
Once done, your desired application will be deployed in the next few minutes.
Step #3:
Once the installation is complete, you can view your new application by following these steps:
From the left-side menu, click Applications.
Select your newly deployed application from the list.
I Have Already Subscribed to a Plan
Step #1:
Log in to your Cloudways Platform using your email address and password.
Next, click Add Application.
Step #2:
Type the name of your application.
Select your desired server location from the drop-down.
Select your desired application from the drop-down list.
Next, click Launch Application.
Once done, your selected application will be deployed within a few minutes.
Step #3:
After the installation is complete, follow these steps to access your application:
Navigate to the Applications tab from the left-hand menu.
Select your newly launched application from the list to open its management dashboard.
That’s it! We hope this article was helpful.
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