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- Log in to your cPanel account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Scroll down to the\u00a0Software<\/strong>\u00a0section and click on\u00a0WordPress Manager by Softaculous<\/strong>.
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<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Alternatively, you can select\u00a0WordPress Manager by Softaculous<\/strong> from the left-side menu.
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<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Click\u00a0Install<\/strong> in the WordPress Manager to begin the installation.
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<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Fill in the required information for your site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- In the\u00a0Software Setup<\/strong> section:\n
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- Choose Protocol:<\/strong>\u00a0Select either\u00a0http:\/\/\u00a0or\u00a0https:\/\/. It is recommended to use HTTPS if you have an active SSL certificate for better security.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Choose Domain:<\/strong>\u00a0From the dropdown, select the domain or subdomain where you want to install WordPress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Directory:<\/strong>\u00a0Leave this field blank to install WordPress in the root directory (yourdomain.com). If you want to install it in a subfolder, enter a folder name here (e.g.,\u00a0blog\u00a0for yourdomain.com\/blog).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- WordPress Version:<\/strong>\u00a0Select the version you want to install. It\u2019s advisable to use the latest version for better features and security.
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<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Site Settings:<\/strong>\n
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- Site Name:<\/strong>\u00a0Enter the name of your website (this will appear as the site title).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Site Description:<\/strong>\u00a0Provide a brief description of your website (used as a tagline and helps with SEO).
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<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Admin Account:<\/strong>\n
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- Admin Username:<\/strong>\u00a0Choose a unique and secure username for your WordPress admin dashboard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Admin Password:<\/strong>\u00a0Set a strong password. You can also click the\u00a0key icon<\/strong>\u00a0to generate a secure password automatically.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Admin Email:<\/strong>\u00a0Provide an email address to receive notifications and password recovery options.
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<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Extended Settings:<\/strong>\n
- \n
- Select Language:<\/strong>\u00a0Choose your preferred language for the WordPress installation.
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<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Advanced Options:<\/strong>\u00a0Click the plus (+) icon to expand this section. Here, you can:\n
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- Database Name:<\/strong>\u00a0Change the default database name if desired.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Table Prefix:<\/strong>\u00a0Modify the prefix (e.g., wp_). A unique prefix can enhance security.
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<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Enter your email address in the\u00a0Email installation details<\/strong>\u00a0box to receive all configuration information after the installation is complete.
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<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Double-check all the information you\u2019ve entered to ensure accuracy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Click the\u00a0Install<\/strong>\u00a0button at the bottom of the page.
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<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Once the installation is complete, a success message will appear, confirming that WordPress has been installed successfully. You will see the WordPress login URL, typically\u00a0yourdomain.com\/wp-admin.
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<\/li>\n\n\n\n- Click on the login URL or enter it into your browser. Input your admin username and password to log in to the dashboard.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Installing WordPress via Softaculous in cPanel is a quick and efficient process, taking just a few minutes. Your new site is now ready for further customization and content creation. Don\u2019t hesitate to explore the vast range of themes and plugins within WordPress to enhance your site\u2019s functionality and visual appeal. Happy website building!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- Table Prefix:<\/strong>\u00a0Modify the prefix (e.g., wp_). A unique prefix can enhance security.
- Advanced Options:<\/strong>\u00a0Click the plus (+) icon to expand this section. Here, you can:\n
- Admin Password:<\/strong>\u00a0Set a strong password. You can also click the\u00a0key icon<\/strong>\u00a0to generate a secure password automatically.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Site Description:<\/strong>\u00a0Provide a brief description of your website (used as a tagline and helps with SEO).
- Choose Domain:<\/strong>\u00a0From the dropdown, select the domain or subdomain where you want to install WordPress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Alternatively, you can select\u00a0WordPress Manager by Softaculous<\/strong> from the left-side menu.