Client Area Theme For WHMCS Installation Guide
This guide will walk you through the steps to install a theme and theme module in WHMCS, ensuring that the theme integrates smoothly into your system.
Prerequisites
- Access to your WHMCS installation (admin panel and server).
- The theme package you want to install (usually provided as a
.zipfile).
Step 1: Download the Theme Package
- Log into your Client Area.
- Go to My Services.
- Select the purchased theme product.
- In the Download section, you’ll find the latest module zip file available for download.
Step 2: Upload the Theme Package to Your Server
To install the theme, you’ll first need to upload it to the Theme Package on your WHMCS installation.
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Log in to your hosting server using FTP, cPanel File Manager, or SSH—whichever method you prefer.
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Navigate to your WHMCS root directory, typically located at:
public_html/whmcs -
Upload the theme package (folder and files) to the WHMCS root directory.
Step 3: Get & Activate Your License Key
After purchasing, log in to your Client Area, go to your Service Package, and download the theme. Your license key will be available there.
Then, go to WHMCS Admin > Addons > [Theme Name] Theme Activator, enter the license key, and click Activate.
Step 4: Select the Theme in WHMCS General Settings
Go to Setup > General Settings > General Tab, choose your theme from the Client Area Template dropdown, and click Save Changes.
Step 5: Change the Order Form Template
To match the theme style, update the order form:
Go to: Setup > General Settings > Ordering (Tab)
Select the order form template related to the theme
Click Save Changes.
