> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.phptravels.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.phptravels.com/startup/product.md).

# Product

Get started with PHPTRAVELS: download the software from your account, install it on your server, keep it updated and activate your license by Order ID.

Get started with PHPTRAVELS in four steps: download the software from your account, install it on your server, keep it updated, and activate your license with your Order ID. Each step below links to the detailed child guides in this section.

### Why each step matters

| Step        | What you do                                   | Why it matters                                                 |
| ----------- | --------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------- |
| 1. Download | Get the release package from your client area | You install the build that matches your purchase and version   |
| 2. Install  | Deploy on a server that meets requirements    | Correct PHP, database and permissions avoid broken first loads |
| 3. Update   | Apply newer releases when you are ready       | Security fixes and product improvements land on your site      |
| 4. License  | Enter your Order ID to activate               | Unlocks full product access for the licensed domain            |

### Before you install

* Confirm you can log in at [app.phptravels.com](https://app.phptravels.com/)
* Have your **Order ID** ready (this is your license key reference)
* Prepare a server that meets current PHPTRAVELS requirements (PHP, MySQL/MariaDB, extensions, HTTPS)
* Point the domain DNS you will license
* Take a backup before any update on a live site

### Four-step overview

1. **Download** -- From your account, download the PHPTRAVELS package for your plan. Keep the zip and any changelog for your records. See the Download child page in this section.
2. **Install** -- Follow the Installation guide: upload files, create the database, run the installer, set folder permissions, and configure the site URL.
3. **Update** -- When a new version is available, follow the Update guide. Backup files and database first; then replace/upgrade as documented for your version line.
4. **License** -- Open the License guide. Find your Order ID in the client area, enter it on your website, and read the status or error messages until activation succeeds.

One license covers **one website** (one licensed domain installation). Your **Order ID** is the reference used to activate that license. Details and troubleshooting live on the License page under this section.

### FAQ

**Does one license cover multiple websites?** No. One license is for one website. Additional sites need additional licenses as stated on the License documentation.

**Where is my license key?** Use your Order ID from the client area as described on the License page.

**Installation failed -- what next?** Recheck server requirements, permissions and database credentials. If it still fails, [submit a support ticket](https://docs.phptravels.com/support/submit-ticket) with Order ID, domain, PHP version and the exact error.

### Child pages

Use the sidebar links under Product for Download, Installation, Update and License. Complete them in that order on a new deployment.