System Requirements
Make sure your environment is ready before you begin.
| PHP | 8.3 or newer |
|---|---|
| Database | MySQL 5.7+ or MariaDB 10.4+ |
| Web Server | Apache or Nginx |
| Extensions | Required PHP extensions, including mbstring, PDO, and OpenSSL |
GET STARTED WITH WENTOCARTA simple start.
A simple start.
A store of your own.
From the first download to your first login. Set up WentoCart on your computer or the hosting you choose—with a guided browser wizard.
- Open Source (OSL-3.0)
- No Platform Fee
- Your Infrastructure
Set up your storeA little setup.
A lot of possibilities.
- Check your environment
- Connect your database
- Make it yours
THE ESSENTIALS, AT A GLANCE
PHP 8.3+Your application runtime
MySQL / MariaDBYour store’s database
No Node.js Build NeededPrebuilt merchant package
Open & ExtensibleBuilt for your control
01 / CHOOSE YOUR SETUPYour computer.
Your computer.
Or your hosting.
Try WentoCart locally for development or set it up on your own hosting for a live store. Choose the path that fits you.
locally
A quick and safe way to explore WentoCart, build your store, and try features before going live.
- Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Guided installer and browser setup wizard
- Ideal for learning, development, and customization
- Use your own local PHP and database environment
on hosting
Launch your store on a domain and compatible hosting you control, with guided setup in your browser.
- Works with compatible shared hosting and servers
- Upload the package and point your domain at public
- Connect your database through the browser wizard
- Configure HTTPS and back up your live store
02 / FOLLOW A CLEAR PATHFrom ZIP to store.
From ZIP to store.
In four simple steps.
Download, install, and launch your store with a guided setup wizard. Follow the installation guide for your environment.
- 1
Download
WentoCartGet the community package (ZIP) from the official site.
- 2
Extract &
PrepareUnzip the package to your local or server folder.
- 3
Run the Installer
Locally, run Install.vbs or install.sh. On hosting, open your store URL and follow the wizard.
- 4
Meet Your Store
Log in to admin, explore the catalog, and start customizing your store.
For Developers
Use the CLI for store maintenance and automation.
# Upgrade WentoCart (example)
php artisan wento:upgrade- CLI commands for tasks such as upgrades and maintenance
- Developer resources for customization and extensions
- Built with Laravel and React
Back up your database, files, and .env before upgrading.
03 / COMMON QUESTIONS
Before you begin.
Quick answers to common questions about installation, requirements, and setup options.
Do I need coding skills to install WentoCart?
The merchant package includes Install.vbs for Windows, install.sh for macOS/Linux, and a browser wizard. You still need compatible PHP and database services and your database details.
Can I install WentoCart on shared hosting?
Yes. Use compatible PHP hosting, including cPanel, with PHP 8.3+ and MySQL 5.7+ or MariaDB 10.4+. Keep private files outside the public web root and point your domain at the public folder.
Do I need Node.js, Composer, or a build pipeline?
The prebuilt merchant package does not require a Node.js build. Follow the package’s installation guide; developers working from source should use the developer documentation for tooling requirements.
Can I try WentoCart before installing?
Yes. Explore the live demo first. Use your own local test installation for custom code, configuration, themes, and extensions.
Where can I get help if setup stops?
Read the installation guide, ask the community, or contact support. Include your WentoCart, PHP, and database versions and the setup step that failed. Keep credentials out of public posts.
A little setup.
A world of your own.
Get WentoCart, choose your hosting,
and start building your store today.