Requirements for WordPress
- Domain name
- Web hosting with PHP & MySQL support
- FTP client (optional for manual installation)
Installing WordPress on Hosting
Most hosting providers have Softaculous or a 1-click installer for WordPress. Steps:
- Login to cPanel.
- Click on Softaculous → WordPress → Install.
- Choose domain, site name, and admin credentials.
- Click Install and wait for confirmation.
Manual Installation
- Download WordPress from wordpress.org
- Upload files to your hosting via FTP
- Create a MySQL database
- Edit wp-config.php with database info
- Run installation by visiting your domain
Installing WordPress Locally
- Install XAMPP or LocalWP
- Start Apache & MySQL
- Create a new folder in htdocs (XAMPP) for your site
- Copy WordPress files into the folder
- Open localhost/foldername and follow installation steps
First Steps After Installation
- Login to WordPress dashboard (yourdomain.com/wp-admin)
- Set site title, tagline, and timezone
- Install a basic theme
- Install essential plugins (SEO, Security)