Installing WordPress

WordPress powers over 40% of the web. Here's how to install it on your hosting.

One-Click Installation (Recommended)

1. Log into cPanel
2. Go to Software → Softaculous App Installer
3. Find WordPress and click "Install"
4. Configure:
   • Choose domain
   • Set admin username (not "admin")
   • Set strong password
   • Enter site name and description
5. Click Install

Manual Installation

Step 1: Download WordPress

Get the latest version from wordpress.org

Step 2: Create Database

1. cPanel → MySQL Databases
2. Create database
3. Create user
4. Assign user to database with all privileges

Step 3: Upload Files

1. Extract WordPress ZIP
2. Upload to public_html via FTP
3. Ensure correct permissions (644 for files, 755 for folders)

Step 4: Run Installer

1. Visit yourdomain.com
2. Select language
3. Enter database details
4. Create admin account
5. Complete installation

Post-Installation

• Delete readme.html and license.txt
• Install security plugin
• Set up permalinks
• Install essential plugins
• Choose and customize theme