L1.4 – Installing WordPress

Module : 01 – Introduction to WordPress

Lesson < : Lesson 1.3 — WordPress Terminology
Lesson > : Lesson 1.5 — Basic WordPress Settings

What You Need Before Installing WordPress
Method 1: One-Click WordPress Installation
Method 2: Manual WordPress Installation
Post-Installation Checklist
Summary

1. What You Need Before Installing WordPress

To install WordPress, you need two basic components: a domain name and a hosting account. The domain is your website address, and the hosting service stores your website files.

Domain Name – For example: example.com
Web Hosting – A server where your website runs
SSL Certificate – Enables secure https connections

Most hosting companies provide all three components in a single setup package.

2. Method 1: One-Click WordPress Installation

Most modern hosting providers offer a one-click WordPress installation tool that automatically configures your site with minimal steps.

Typical Steps

Log in to your hosting control panel
Locate the WordPress installer (often named Auto Installer or WordPress Manager)
Select your domain name
Choose a username and password
Click Install

This method is recommended for beginners because it is fast, simple, and requires no technical setup.

3. Method 2: Manual WordPress Installation

Manual installation provides full control and helps you understand how WordPress works behind the scenes. This method is also useful when the one-click installer is not available.

Manual Installation Steps

Download WordPress from the official website
Upload the WordPress files to your hosting using File Manager or FTP
Create a new MySQL database and user
Connect WordPress to the database by configuring the wp-config.php file
Run the WordPress installation wizard

While more technical, this method helps you understand file structure and database configuration.

4. Post-Installation Checklist

After installing WordPress, complete the following essential steps:

Set the site title and tagline
Install an SSL certificate (if not already active)
Set permalinks to the recommended structure
Update your admin profile
Install a theme
Install essential plugins for security and performance

Completing these steps ensures your website is properly configured from the beginning.

5. Summary

WordPress can be installed using a one-click installer or manual setup
One-click installation is recommended for beginners
Manual installation provides more control and understanding
Completing the initial configuration helps ensure a secure and stable site