How to Install and Use ImunifyAV+ on Your Server

How to Install and Use ImunifyAV+ on Your Server

How to Install and Use ImunifyAV+ on Your Server

So you’ve purchased an ImunifyAV+ license — now what? Whether you’re managing a shared server, VPS, or just a single website, setting up and using ImunifyAV+ is fast and user-friendly. No complex commands or deep technical knowledge required.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to install, activate, and operate ImunifyAV+ from your control panel — so you can start protecting your websites right away.


Step 1: Purchase and Activate Your License

First, make sure you have an active ImunifyAV+ license. You can get it instantly from PLiKhost.

Once purchased, you’ll receive:

  • A license key or automatic activation via IP

  • Access credentials or installation command (if needed)

  • Support documentation and assistance, if required

🛡️ PLiKhost provides fast license activation and support for cPanel, Plesk, and DirectAdmin.


Step 2: Install ImunifyAV+ on Your Server

If you’re using a hosting panel like cPanel or Plesk, ImunifyAV+ is often already available. If not, follow these basic installation steps:

For cPanel Servers (via SSH):

wget https://repo.imunify360.cloudlinux.com/defence360/i360deploy.sh -O i360deploy.sh
bash i360deploy.sh --imunifyav

For Plesk Servers:

Use the Plesk Extension Catalog, search for ImunifyAV, and install it with one click. Then upgrade to ImunifyAV+ using your license.

🔧 Not sure how? PLiKhost support can assist you with installation.


Step 3: Access ImunifyAV+ in Your Control Panel

After installation:

  • Login to your cPanel, Plesk, or DirectAdmin

  • Look for the ImunifyAV / ImunifyAV+ icon

  • Click to access the dashboard

From here, you can start scanning your website files immediately.


Step 4: Scan for Malware

Click Start Scan to begin analyzing your site. ImunifyAV+ will:

  • Check core files, themes, plugins, and uploads

  • Flag suspicious or infected files

  • Display results in an easy-to-read report


Step 5: Auto-Clean Infected Files

With ImunifyAV+, cleaning is automatic. Infected files are either:

  • Cleaned in place, keeping your site intact

  • Quarantined, if the file is unsafe to fix automatically

You can review all actions and restore files if needed.


Step 6: Schedule Regular Scans

ImunifyAV+ allows you to schedule:

  • Daily scans

  • Weekly reports

  • Instant alerts for critical threats

This keeps your websites protected without manual work.


Step 7: Monitor Reports and Logs

Use the built-in reporting tools to track:

  • Number of files scanned

  • Malware infections found

  • Cleanup history

  • User activity (if managing a multi-site server)

Stay in control and spot trends before they become problems.


Bonus Tip: Integrate With Other PLiKhost Services

If you’re using PLiKhost’s hosting plans, ImunifyAV+ integrates seamlessly for added protection. Ask our team about bundles and security packages that combine:

  • ImunifyAV+

  • Daily backups

  • Uptime monitoring

  • Advanced firewall rules


Conclusion

You don’t need to be a cybersecurity expert to keep your websites safe. With ImunifyAV+, installation takes minutes and protection is automatic.

Get started today with an official license from PLiKhost — and enjoy peace of mind with real-time, hands-free security.

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