How to Install WordPress from cPanel

How to Install WordPress from cPanel

Quick Summary

WordPress is a popular website platform used for blogs, business websites, portfolios, landing pages, and online stores.

Many cPanel hosting accounts include a WordPress installer such as WordPress Manager, Softaculous, or another auto-installer.

Before You Start

Make sure:

• Your hosting service is active.
• Your domain is added to cPanel.
• Your domain points to the correct server.
• SSL is installed or will be installed after WordPress setup.
• You have decided whether WordPress should be installed on the main domain or a subfolder.

Steps to Install WordPress

1. Log in to cPanel.
2. Search for WordPress.

You may see one of these options:

• WordPress Manager
• WordPress Toolkit
• Softaculous Apps Installer
• Site Software
• WordPress Installer

3. Open the WordPress installer.
4. Click Install.
5. Choose the installation URL.

For main website:

https://yourdomain.com

For a subfolder:

https://yourdomain.com/blog

6. Choose the domain.
7. Leave the directory field empty if WordPress should install on the main domain.
8. Enter your website name.
9. Enter your website description.
10. Create an admin username.

Do not use:

admin

Use something unique.

11. Create a strong admin password.
12. Enter your admin email address.
13. Select your language.
14. Choose optional plugins or themes if available.
15. Click Install.

After Installation

Your WordPress admin area will be:

https://yourdomain.com/wp-admin

Use the admin username and password created during installation.

Important WordPress Security Tips

• Do not use admin as the username.
• Use a strong password.
• Keep WordPress updated.
• Keep plugins updated.
• Keep themes updated.
• Delete unused plugins.
• Delete unused themes.
• Install plugins only from trusted sources.
• Enable SSL.
• Take regular backups.

Common Issues

Issue: WordPress shows 404 error.
Solution: Check the domain document root and installation folder.

Issue: WordPress login does not work.
Solution: Use the password reset option on the WordPress login page.

Issue: Website shows insecure warning.
Solution: Install SSL and force HTTPS.

Issue: Website is slow.
Solution: Check plugins, theme, caching, and website optimization.

Need Help?

Open a support ticket:

https://bill.cybrohost.com/submitticket.php