> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://launch-2.gitbook.io/sngine-badges-module/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://launch-2.gitbook.io/sngine-badges-module/installation/installation.md).

# Installation

Follow along with our easy installation video guide:

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Before you begin with the installation, ensure you have created a **full backup** of your Sngine installation and database.
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You must be running Sngine v**3.11.1**, with no modifications to the source code to install, unless you have the Professional License which includes installation to **any** Sngine version.
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## File Upload

Download the files from the secure link you received in your Order Confirmation email and unzip the file. You will see a folder inside:

* 'launch\_install'

Upload the 'launch\_install' folder to the root folder of your Sngine installation. (Commonly 'public\_html' or 'httpdocs'.)

Once the folder has uploaded, assuming the Sngine installation is the main directory, access the installer from your browser. \
(<https://yourdomain.com/launch\\_install> **or** <https://yourdomain.com/launch\\_install/index.php>)

## Automatic Install

You should now be at the installation page:

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Select the 'Lets Begin' button to being the installation process. On the next page, requirements will be checked and you will not be able to proceed with installation until all requirements are met:

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Enter the License Key from your Order Confirmation email, along with your Full Name. Select the 'Verify License' button to continue:

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Your Database Credentials will be automatically pulled from your Sngine installation. Click on 'Verify Database' to ensure the details are correct. You can then select 'Start Installation':

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The installer will then complete a database upgrade and install the necessary files. Once this has completed, select 'Continue':

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The module has now been installed! 🎉 You can select the 'Go to the Badges Module' button to setup the module, or you can access it from your Sngine Admin Panel:

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If you have received an error message during installation, please skip to the [Manual Install](/sngine-badges-module/installation/manual-installation.md) section.
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Once the installation wizard has finalised, you may rename or delete the 'launch\_install' folder from your web server.