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WordPress is the world's most popular content management system (CMS). With Softaculous, you can install WordPress in just a few clicks.
An active hosting account with IPOW Access to cPanel
Step-by-Step Installation
**Choose Protocol:** Select http:// or https:// (we recommend https if you have SSL) **Choose Domain:** Select the domain where you want to install WordPress **In Directory:** Leave blank to install on the main domain, or enter a folder name **Site Name:** Enter your website name **Site Description:** Enter a brief description **Admin Username:** Choose a secure username (avoid "admin") **Admin Password:** Use a strong password **Admin Email:** Enter your email address
Step 6: Complete Installation
Click "Install" at the bottom of the page. Softaculous will install WordPress and provide you with your login URL.
How to install WordPress using Softaculous
Updated January 15, 2025
IPOW Support Team
Overview
WordPress is the world's most popular content management system (CMS). With Softaculous, you can install WordPress in just a few clicks.
Prerequisites
Step-by-Step Installation
Step 1: Log into cPanel
Access your cPanel by going to yourdomain.com/cpanel or through your IPOW dashboard.
Step 2: Find Softaculous
In cPanel, scroll down to the "Software" section and click on "Softaculous Apps Installer".
Step 3: Select WordPress
In Softaculous, find WordPress in the scripts list or use the search bar. Click on the WordPress icon.
Step 4: Click Install
Click the "Install Now" button to begin the installation process.
Step 5: Configure Your Installation
Step 2: Find Softaculous
In cPanel, scroll down to the "Software" section and click on "Softaculous Apps Installer".
Step 3: Select WordPress
In Softaculous, find WordPress in the scripts list or use the search bar. Click on the WordPress icon.
Step 4: Click Install
Click the "Install Now" button to begin the installation process.
Step 5: Configure Your Installation
Step 4: Click Install
Click the "Install Now" button to begin the installation process.
Step 5: Configure Your Installation
Step 6: Complete Installation
Click "Install" at the bottom of the page. Softaculous will install WordPress and provide you with your login URL.
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If you encounter any issues, please contact our support team.
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