# Installation

You can install **PHPFast** using **Git Clone**, depending on your needs. Below is a detailed guide for both methods:

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Both methods provide a smooth and straightforward way to get started with PHPFast, with Composer offering automatic dependency management and Git clone providing access to the latest code directly from the repository. Whether you are working on a new project or contributing to the framework, these installation methods offer flexibility and ease of use.
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Before installing PHPFast, ensure that your server meets the required specifications, particularly the PHP version and necessary extensions. In some cases, you may need to enable specific extensions by uncommenting the relevant `extension` lines in your `php.ini` file, such as `"curl"` and `"intl"`.

## Step 1: Open your terminal or Powershell.

## Step 2: Clone the Framework repository

Run the following command to download the framework source code:

```sh
git clone https://github.com/cmsfullform/phpfast
```

## **Step 3:** Config nginx or apache running public/ for Folder ROOT:

Then, change your web server to point to the `public/` directory as the root directory of your application.