Getting Started¶
Welcome to the Preads Platform deployment guide. This section provides a structured roadmap to transform a fresh server into a production-ready affiliate marketing hub.
🗺️ Deployment Roadmap¶
Follow these steps in sequence to ensure a stable and secure installation:
- System Requirements: Verify your server environment meets our technical specifications.
- Installation Guide: Execute the 7-step automated wizard to deploy the engine.
- Core Configuration: Stabilize your infrastructure (CRON, Email, Cache).
- Post-Installation Setup: Activate networks, payment gateways, and fraud prevention.
⏱️ Technical Timeline¶
Efficient deployment is a cornerstone of the Preads Platform architecture.
| Phase | Duration | Focus Area |
|---|---|---|
| Server Prep | ~5 mins | OS Audit & Extensions |
| Wizard Deployment | ~5 mins | Database & Admin Setup |
| Infrastructure | ~10 mins | SMTP & System Settings |
| Operationalizing | ~20 mins | API Keys & Fraud Rules |
| Total Deployment | ~40 mins | Ready for Production |
📋 Quick Checklist¶
- Server meets PHP 8.1.0+ requirements.
- MySQL/MariaDB database is created and empty.
- Write permissions granted to
storageandbootstrap/cache. - SSL Certificate is active on the domain.