Get Started with BlogEngine

1. Requirements

You need a Windows Hosting that could provide everything required to run BlogEngine, including:

  • Windows Server hosting
  • IIS
  • ASP.NET 4.5 or later
  • File management or FTP access
  • Permission to configure write access for application folders

No separate database installation is required.


2. Download

Download BlogEngine version 3.3.8 and extract the contents of the ZIP file on your computer.

Upload all the extracted files and folders to the root directory of your website using your hosting provider's file manager or FTP.

Download Version 3.3.8

3. Write Permissions

BlogEngine requires write access to the App_Data and Custom folders.

If you manage your own Windows Server, make sure the identity used by the IIS Application Pool has permission to create and modify files in these folders.

If you are using shared hosting, your hosting provider may configure these permissions automatically. If BlogEngine reports an access or permission error, contact your hosting provider and ask them to enable write access for the App_Data and Custom folders.


4. Log In and Get Started

Your BlogEngine installation is now ready.

Open your administration panel by adding /admin/ to your website's URL:

https://your-domain.com/admin/

Use the following default credentials to log in:

  • Username: admin
  • Password: admin

Important: Change the default password immediately after your first login to keep your website secure.

Once you are logged in, you can start creating posts, managing your blog, and customizing BlogEngine to suit your needs.


Next: Setup Your BlogEngine