• WordPress is the most popular Content Management System that is used by so many web developers.
  • You can get information about WordPress and its latest software releases at www.wordpress.org.
  • In this guide, we will show you how to use softaculous to set up WordPress on your site via Cpanel.

What you need to start the process

  • A  domain name (e.g. www.example.com)
  • Webhosting account that supports Cpanel, PHP, and MySQL
  • Cpanel username and password.

Step 1: Log into your cPanel Account.

  • You can log in to your cPanel account by typing your domain/cPanel on your browser. (Eg. www.example.com/cpanel)
  • Then, enter your username and password that you received from your web hosting provider when you set up an account with them in the login area as shown below.

Step 2: Locate Softaculous apps installer.

  • You can either type in your search box.

  • Or scroll down until you find the app installer as shown below.

Step 3: Choose a protocol and a domain name.

  • You will be directed to a page as shown below.

  • Once you click on the install button you will be directed to the ‘Software Setup’ page as shown below.

  • You are expected to choose the version of WordPress you desire here.

  • Here, in the highlighted input field you are expected to input the name of the directory you want to install WordPress.
  • If you want to install it in the root directory/primary domain keep the input field blank.

Step 4: Fill WordPress site settings detail.

  • Here, you need to enter the name of your website and a brief description. Then, choose an admin username, password, and email. You will need these details to log in to your WordPress admin panel, so choose a strong password. Select your preferred language and scroll down to proceed.

Step 5: Install.

  • Choose plugins and a theme (Optional)
  • Remember to supply your email address on the text box that reads, Email installation details to. Before clicking on the Install button.

  • Now the installation process has started.

  • Finally, when the installation process is finished you’ll find the following window.

You may click on the administrative URL and log into your WordPress admin.