# Softaculous

Softaculous is an auto-installer service which allows users to download and install software to create all kinds of amazing websites (such as a CMS, Forum, or Blog).

Softaculous is extremely similar to Fantastico, possibly even better.

Softaculous returned to Johnny and Tommy servers in [March 2024](https://helionet.org/index/topic/59683-softaculous-has-returned/), making it possible to install the latest version of 459 different software packages with just a single click.

To browse the available options, log in to Plesk and select Softaculous from the menu:

![](https://3395442955-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-Lwjgns5x95EsDajJxZl%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-747278af42863ff8fa617293b493e585307038d9%2Fsoftaculous_menu_item.png?alt=media)

## Installation Issues

### 504 Gateway Timeout

If the Softaculous installer exceeds the default server timeout settings and you receive a 504 timeout error message, please refer to our [504 Gateway Timeout](https://flazepe.gitbook.io/heliohost/common-errors/504-gateway-timeout) page for guidance on how to resolve the issue.

## Further Support

If after following above steps, you are still having trouble, please post a topic in the [Customer Support forum](https://helionet.org/index/forum/45-customer-service/?do=add). Make sure you provide your **username**, **domain name**, the **software** you are trying to install, and any applicable **error message(s)** received.