Installing WordPress with Softaculous

Softaculous is a one-click installer for hundreds of apps, including WordPress. Here's how to use it.

Step 1: Open Softaculous

1. Log in to cPanel.
2. Scroll down to the Software section.
3. Click Softaculous Apps Installer.

Step 2: Choose WordPress

In the Softaculous dashboard, search for "WordPress" or click the WordPress icon. Then click Install Now.

Step 3: Configure the install

You'll be asked for a few details:

• Choose Installation URL: pick the domain (and optional subdirectory) where you want WordPress installed. If you want it at the root of your domain, leave the directory blank.
• Site Name: the title of your site. You can change this later.
• Admin Username: pick a non-"admin" username for security.
• Admin Password: use a strong, unique password. Softaculous will rate its strength.
• Admin Email: where you'll receive notifications.

You can leave the advanced options at their defaults. Click Install.

Step 4: Wait a few seconds

Softaculous will install WordPress and show you a success page. Click the link to log in to your new site.

Recommended next steps

Once WordPress is installed:

1. Install an SSL certificate — your site should already have a free Let's Encrypt cert, but double-check in cPanel → SSL/TLS Status.
2. Set up automatic updates for plugins and themes.
3. Install a security plugin like Wordfence or Solid Security.
4. Set up backups — install a backup plugin (UpdraftPlus is solid) and configure it to send backups to offsite storage.

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