Zikula Hosting on NVMe Servers With 1-Click Install
Don't waste time on server setup. We've configured everything Zikula needs, so you get from signup to a live site in minutes. Every plan includes a free domain, free SSL, 1-click Softaculous install, and our white-glove migration service if you're moving from another host. And if anything comes up, our PapaSquad team picks up the phone, day or night.- 1-Click Install via Softaculous
- NVMe Storage for Faster Page Loads
- Free SSL, Domain & Expert Support
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A FREE CMS WITH PLENTY OF FEATURES
What Is Zikula Hosting?
Zikula is an open-source Web Application Toolkit built on the Symfony PHP framework. Developers and site owners use it to build modular websites, community portals, and custom web applications.
Because Zikula relies on PHP and MySQL, the quality of your hosting directly affects how fast it runs and how easy it is to manage.
We've set up our Web Hosting plans to meet Zikula's technical needs out of the box, so you don't have to worry about configuration. Just install, build, and launch.
FIND OUT IF ZIKULA IS RIGHT FOR YOU
Who Is Zikula For?
Zikula isn't a one-size-fits-all platform, and that's what makes it powerful for the right projects. It's built for people who want full control over a modular site without starting from scratch.
Community & Membership Portals:
If your site needs user groups, role-based access, and flexible layouts for different member types, Zikula's permission system handles that out of the box.
Developer-Built Web Applications:
Zikula's Symfony foundation makes it a natural starting point for developers who want a modular structure they can extend with custom code.
Intranet & Internal Tools:
Organizations that need a private, access-controlled web environment use Zikula to keep different teams seeing only what they need to see.
ALL YOU NEED TO RUN ZIKULA
Zikula System Requirements
Before you install Zikula, your host needs to meet a few technical requirements. Every HostPapa shared hosting plan covers all of them.
- PHP 8.1+ available via cPanel (Zikula needs 7.4 or higher).
- MySQL & MariaDB included (Zikula needs 5.7 or higher).
- Apache with mod_rewrite enabled on all plans.
- Free SSL on every plan for secure logins.
- NVMe SSD storage is included on every plan.
- cPanel included as standard.
Need Help?
Having trouble installing Zikula? Get 24/7 support from the PapaSquad by phone, live chat, and email.
Get Started In 4 Easy Steps
1-Click Zikula Installation
Installing Zikula on your HostPapa account is quick and beginner‑friendly. There’s no need to download files, create databases, or use FTP. The Softaculous app installer does the technical work for you in just a few clicks.
Open cPanel
Log in to your dashboard, then open cPanel for your account.
Find Zikula
Search for Zikula in the Softaculous app installer.
Click Install
Hit the "install" button to start the Zikula installation process.
Follow the Prompts
Follow the instructions to finish your Zikula installation.
MIGRATION, SUPPORT AND SERVER SPEED
Why Choose HostPapa for Zikula Hosting?
There's no shortage of hosts that technically support Zikula. Here's what makes the difference when things matter.
Real Help, Not Ticket Queues
Our PapaSquad team is trained hosting experts. You can call us at any time and speak with someone who knows what Zikula is. We hold a 4.8/5 rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 verified reviews.
Speed Your Visitors Feel
Compared to traditional SSD hosting, NVMe delivers faster I/O speeds, which directly improves how quickly Zikula's PHP processes run and how fast your pages respond.
A Migration That Actually Works
Moving from another host is often the part people dread most. Our migration team handles every file, database table, and configuration setting. You don't touch a thing.
Powerful Zikula Hosting
If for any reason you’re not satisfied with our services, you can cancel at any time in the first 30 days of signup to receive a full refund for the service.
Domain fees are non-refundable.
Everything Included With Your Plan
We don't make you pay extra for the things your Zikula site actually needs.
Enterprise-Grade NVMe Storage
Free SSL Certificate
cPanel Control Panel
Global CDN
Free White-Glove Migration
99.9% Uptime Guarantee
24/7 PapaSquad Support
We migrate your website & domain for Free.
(Yes, you read that right.)
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Compare Our Web Hosting Plans
Want to dive into the numbers? At HostPapa, we're proud of our powerful, secure, and reliable Web Hosting servers.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Number of supported websites
Email addresses
Inbox storage
Website staging
Softaculous script installer
CMS scripts 1-click setup (WordPress, Joomla!, Drupal etc.)
Free domain registration or transfer1
1
25GB
2
1GB
5
100GB
10
1GB
Unlimited
200GB
40
2GB
Unlimited
Unmetered
Unlimited
2GB
Number of pages
No-code, easy wizard-driven setup
Site backups
Multilingual sites
Build from any device
Responsive, mobile-ready sites
SEO optimization tools
2
2 Latest versions
2 Languages
2
2 Latest versions
2 Languages
2
2 Latest versions
2 Languages
Email addresses
Email forwarding accounts
Email autoresponders
IMAP/IMAP-SSL connections
POP3/POP3-SSL connections
SMTP/SMTP-SSL connections
Email aliases
Email virus scanning
SpamAssassin spam protection
Outgoing filtering
Webmail
Business-grade email available
Individual mailbox storage
Overall mailbox storage
Email sends per hour
Email attachment size
2
2
Unlimited
25
1GB
2GB
200
20MB
10
10
Unlimited
25
1GB
5GB
200
20MB
40
40
Unlimited
25
2GB
10GB
300
20MB
Unlimited
Unlimited
Unlimited
25
2GB
20GB
600
20MB
Daily malware scan
Content Delivery Network (CDN)
Protected pages
Manual vulnerability scan
Secure website trust seal
Automated malware detection
Real-time notifications and alerts
Malware removal assistance
Website performance acceleration
Improved page load speed
Dynamic website acceleration
Asset preloading
Anycast DNS
Speed 10/40/100GBPS
Layer 7 DDoS protection
Layer 3, 4, 5, 6 DDoS protection
Instant purge
One-time
One-time
One-time
Server firewall, monitoring, and intrusion detection
DDoS attack prevention and responses
Multi-factor biometric access data centre
Redundant network carriers
Network monitoring
Brute force detection
CloudLinux O/S protection
Imunify360
ModSecurity
Standard SSL
Domain privacy protection
Premium SSL
Automated website backup
5GB
5GB
10GB
Server resources
Entry points
CPU cores
MySQL usage
PHP 5.6, 7.0, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 8.0, 8.1 (choose your version)
Memory
I/O Usage
Inodes
Minimum cron job interval
Database size
Table size
Hosted domains
Subdomains
Unlimited add-on domains
Unlimited parked domains
Server resources
- Entry points: 10
- CPU cores: 1 core
- MySQL usage: 1 core MySQL
- Memory per process: 1024MB
- Inodes: 150,000
- Minimum Cron Job Interval: 30 minutes
- Database size: 500MB
- Table size: 250MB
10
1 Core
1 Core MySQL
1,024MB
2,048 KB/s
150,000
30 Minutes
500MB
250MB
1
20
Server resources
- Entry points: 20
- CPU cores: 2 core
- MySQL usage: 2 core MySQL
- Memory per process: 1024MB
- Inodes: 300,000
- Minimum Cron Job Interval: 30 minutes
- Database size: 1000MB
- Table size: 500MB
20
2 Core
2 Core MySQL
1,024MB
3,072 KB/s
300,000
30 Minutes
1GB
500MB
5
100
Server resources
- Entry points: 40
- CPU cores: 4 core
- MySQL usage: 4 core MySQL
- Memory per process: 1024MB
- Inodes: 450,000
- Minimum Cron Job Interval: 20 minutes
- Database size: 2000MB
- Table size: 1000MB
40
4 Core
4 Core MySQL
1,024MB
4,096 KB/s
450,000
20 Minutes
2GB
1GB
Unlimited
Unlimited
Server resources
- Entry points: 40
- CPU cores: 4 core
- MySQL usage: 4 core MySQL
- Memory per process: 1024MB
- Inodes: 450,000
- Minimum Cron Job Interval: 20 minutes
- Database size: 2000MB
- Table size: 1000MB
80
8 Core
8 Core MySQL
2,048MB
8,192 KB/s
600,000
10 Minutes
4GB
2GB
Unlimited
Unlimited
Frequently Asked Questions
All your questions in one place! Whether it’s helping you choose a domain name, walking you through our website builder, or configuring your cloud email system for your business, we’re here to help!
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Does HostPapa support Zikula?
Yes. All HostPapa Web Hosting plans support Zikula through the Softaculous 1-click installer in cPanel. We meet all of Zikula's PHP, MySQL, and mod_rewrite requirements.
What PHP version does Zikula require?
Zikula requires PHP 7.4 or higher. HostPapa plans support PHP 8.1 and newer versions as they come out, and let you switch PHP versions directly from cPanel without contacting support.
Can I install Zikula with one click?
Yes. Softaculous is included in every HostPapa cPanel account. Search for Zikula, fill in your site details, and the installer handles the database setup, file upload, and configuration automatically.
Is Zikula free to use?
Yes. Zikula is an open-source project released under the MIT/LGPL license. You pay for your web hosting, not the software.
Can HostPapa migrate my existing Zikula site?
Yes. Our migration team moves your Zikula site for free, including all files, databases, and settings. The service is included with all plans.
Will Zikula run on shared hosting?
For most Zikula sites, shared hosting is more than enough. If you're running a large community portal with high traffic, our VPS Hosting plans give you dedicated resources and more control.
Does HostPapa include a free domain with Zikula hosting?
Yes. Most HostPapa plans include a free domain registration for new domains or a free transfer for an existing one when you sign up for 12 months or longer.
