Install WordPress via a Web Hosting Provider (Recommended)

Most hosting providers offer a quick, automated way to install WordPress, ideal for beginners.

Step 1: Choose a Domain and Hosting

• Domain Name: Pick a name for your site (e.g., getcashclub.com). Register it through a registrar like Namecheap (~$10-15/year) or your host.
• Web Hosting: Sign up with a reliable host. Good options for beginners include:
  • Bluehost: Starts at ~$2.95/month, includes a free domain for the first year, and offers one-click WordPress install.
  • SiteGround: ~$3.99/month, great performance and support.
  • Hostinger: ~$2.99/month, budget-friendly with solid features.
• Sign Up: Choose a hosting plan (shared hosting is fine to start), enter your domain, and complete the purchase.

Step 2: Access Your Hosting Control Panel

• After signing up, log in to your hosting account. You’ll typically use a control panel like cPanel (common with Bluehost, SiteGround, etc.).
• Look for a section labeled “WordPress,” “Website,” or “Auto Installer.”

Step 3: Use the One-Click Installer

• Find WordPress: In cPanel, locate “Softaculous Apps Installer” or “WordPress Installer” (exact name varies by host).
• Start Installation: Click the WordPress icon → Install Now.
• Configure Settings: Fill out the form:
  • Choose Domain: Select your domain (e.g., getcashclub.com) from the dropdown.
  • Site Name: Enter something like “Make Money with Turnkey Websites.”
  • Site Description: Add a tagline (e.g., “Learn to Earn Online Fast”).
  • Admin Username/Password: Set a secure username (not “admin”) and a strong password. Save these!
  • Email: Use your email for admin access.
  • Directory: Leave blank to install at the root (e.g., yoursite.com), or add a folder (e.g., yoursite.com/blog).
• Install: Click Install. It takes a few seconds to a minute.

Step 4: Log In to WordPress

• Once installed, you’ll get a success message with two URLs:
  • Site URL: http://yoursite.com (your live site).
  • Admin URL: http://yoursite.com/wp-admin (dashboard login).
• Go to the admin URL, enter your username and password, and log in.

Method 2: Manual Installation (Advanced Option)

If your host doesn’t offer a one-click installer or you prefer full control, here’s how to do it manually.

Step 1: Download WordPress

• Visit wordpress.org, click Download WordPress (latest version, e.g., 6.4.x as of now), and save the .zip file.

Step 2: Upload Files to Your Host

• Access File Manager: In your hosting cPanel, go to File Manager → navigate to the public_html folder (or the folder for your domain).
• Upload: Click Upload, select the WordPress .zip file, then extract it. Move the contents of the extracted “wordpress” folder to public_html (or delete the folder after moving).

Step 3: Create a Database

• In cPanel: Go to MySQL Databases.
• Create Database: Name it (e.g., wp_turnkey), click Create.
• Create User: Add a username (e.g., wp_user) and password, then Create User.
• Link Them: Under “Add User to Database,” select your user and database, then grant All Privileges.

Step 4: Run the Installer

• Open your browser and go to http://yoursite.com.
• Setup Wizard: Select your language, then enter:
  • Database Name: wp_turnkey
  • Username: wp_user
  • Password: (your database password)
  • Database Host: Usually localhost (check with your host if it fails).
  • Table Prefix: Leave as wp_ or change for security (e.g., tk_).
• Click Submit, then Run the Install.
• Site Details: Enter site title, admin username/password, and email → Install WordPress.

Step 5: Log In

• Go to http://yoursite.com/wp-admin, log in, and start building.

Post-Installation Steps

• Choose a Theme: Go to Appearance → Themes → Add New (e.g., Astra or GeneratePress for a lightweight start).
• Install Plugins: Add essentials like All-in-One WP Migration (Plugins → Add New) for backups/migrations, or Yoast SEO for optimization.
• Set Permalinks: Settings → Permalinks → choose “Post Name” for SEO-friendly URLs.