This documentation provides step-by-step instructions for installing PrestaShop modules. These modules can extend the functionality of your PrestaShop store, offering additional features and integrations.
Before you begin, ensure the following:
- You have access to your PrestaShop Back Office.
- Your module is compatible with your PrestaShop version.
- The module is downloaded as a
.zip
file. - You have FTP access (for manual installations).
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Log in to the Back Office
Access your PrestaShop admin panel by logging in with your credentials. -
Navigate to the Modules Section
- Go to
Modules > Module Manager
in the left-hand menu.
- Go to
-
Add a New Module
- Click the Upload a Module button (usually in the top-right corner).
- Drag and drop your
.zip
file or select it from your computer.
-
Install the Module
- Once uploaded, the module will appear in the module list.
- Click the Install button next to the module.
-
Configure the Module (if necessary)
- After installation, some modules require configuration. Click Configure and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Extract the Module Files
- Extract the
.zip
file on your computer.
- Extract the
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Access Your Server via FTP
- Use an FTP client (e.g., FileZilla) to connect to your server.
-
Upload the Module
- Navigate to the
modules
folder in your PrestaShop installation directory. - Upload the extracted module folder into the
modules
directory.
- Navigate to the
-
Log in to the Back Office
- Go to
Modules > Module Manager
.
- Go to
-
Install the Module
- Locate the uploaded module in the list and click Install.
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Configure the Module (if necessary)
- After installation, click Configure if the module requires additional setup.
-
Module Not Displayed in List
- Clear the cache (
Advanced Parameters > Performance > Clear Cache
) and refresh the module manager.
- Clear the cache (
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Installation Errors
- Ensure the module is compatible with your PrestaShop version.
- Check folder permissions (set
modules
folder permissions to 755 or 775 if needed).
-
Module Not Working After Installation
- Check the module’s documentation for dependencies.
- Review error logs (
Advanced Parameters > Logs
).