How do I install WordPress using Softaculous?

   

Log in directly to cPanel or within your [client portal] (If you cannot remember your password, there is a [password reset link]).


 

Step 1 (a) - Logging into cPanel directly

You can log in directly to your cPanel account by using your domain name followed by /cPanel in the URL.

e.g - https://domainname.co.uk/cpanel (Note, please change domainname.co.uk to your own domain name)


 

Step 1 (b) - Logging into cPanel via the Client Portal

Once logged in to your client portal, click on the Services tab and then My Services. Select the Active button (under the Status column) for the service you wish to update.

 

On the left-hand side, you will see the Overview section. Click on Login to cPanel.

 


 

Step 2

Once logged into cPanel, scroll down until you find the Software section, and click on Softaculous Apps Installer.

 


 

Step 3

The next page will display Top Scripts and you will see the section for WordPress, alternatively, if it's not visible to you, on the left-hand side, you can also search for WordPress. Click on the Install button.

 


 

Step 4 - Software Setup

Here you'll need to complete each section on the install page.

 

Choose the domain and the directory that you want to install in WordPress. It is also recommended to install the latest version.

 


 

Step 5

Here you will need to enter the site name and the description.

 


 

Step 6 - Admin Account

Enter a new Admin username and Admin password.


 

Step 7 - Choose Language

Select your language from the drop-down tab.


 

Step 8 - Select Plugins

If you wish to install the additional plugins, tick the required boxes.

 


 

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