How to Install WordPress on Your Hosting Account

WordPress is the world’s most popular Content Management System (CMS). With 7x Hosting, installing WordPress is quick and easy. Follow these steps:

✅ Option 1: One-Click Installation (Recommended)

Most hosting accounts include a 1-Click Installer like Softaculous or Installatron.

1. Login to cPanel / Hosting Dashboard.

2. Go to Softaculous Apps Installer (or Installatron).

3. Click on WordPress.

4. Select Install Now.

5. Fill in details:

   • Domain name (choose where to install WordPress).

   • Site Name & Description.

   • Admin Username, Password, and Email.

6. Choose installation directory:

   • Leave empty if you want WordPress on your main domain (example.com).

   • Add a folder name (e.g., blog) if you want it at example.com/blog.

7. Click Install.

8. Wait a few seconds → you’ll see a success message with your WordPress login URL:

   • Example: https://example.com/wp-admin

✅ Option 2: Manual WordPress Installation

If you prefer to install manually:

1. Download WordPress

   • Get the latest version from wordpress.org/download.

2. Upload WordPress Files

   • Login to cPanel → File Manager or use FTP.

   • Upload and extract WordPress files into your public_html folder (or subfolder).

3. Create a Database

   • Go to cPanel → MySQL Databases.

   • Create a new database & user, then assign the user to the database with ALL Privileges.

4. Configure wp-config.php

   • Rename wp-config-sample.php → wp-config.php.

   • Add your database name, username, and password.

5. Run the Installer

   • Visit your domain in a browser (example.com).

   • Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your site title, admin username, password, and email.

6. Complete Installation

   • Login to WordPress Dashboard at example.com/wp-admin.

Final Notes

• Keep your WordPress, Themes, and Plugins updated for security.

• Use SSL/HTTPS for a secure website (can be installed from cPanel or Let’s Encrypt).

• Always keep backups before making changes.