Introduction
WordPress is the world’s most popular content management system (CMS), powering over 40% of websites online. If you're looking to create a blog, business site, or online store — WordPress is a powerful, user-friendly choice.
Thanks to Softaculous (a one-click app installer available in cPanel), you can install WordPress in just a few minutes — no coding or manual file uploads required.
Step-by-Step Guide to Installing WordPress
✅ Step 1: Log in to Your cPanel
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Access your hosting account’s cPanel
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Scroll to the Software section
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Click on Softaculous Apps Installer or directly on the WordPress icon
✅ Step 2: Start the Installation
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In Softaculous, click Install Now under the WordPress logo
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Fill in the following details:
⚙️ Installation Settings
➤ Choose Protocol:
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Select
https://if your site has SSL installed -
Otherwise, use
http://
➤ Choose Domain:
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Select the domain where you want to install WordPress (e.g., kirods.com)
➤ In Directory (optional):
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Leave blank if you want WordPress installed at the main domain (e.g., kirods.com)
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Enter a subfolder (e.g.,
blog) if you want it at kirods.com/blog
Site Settings
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Site Name: Your website's title (e.g., Kirods Blog)
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Site Description: A short tagline (e.g., Your Trusted Hosting Partner)
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You can change these later from the WordPress dashboard
Admin Account Setup
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Username: Create a secure admin username (avoid “admin”)
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Password: Use a strong password
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Email: Admin email address (used for recovery and notifications)
Select Language & Plugins
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Choose your preferred language
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(Optional) Select plugins like Limit Login Attempts or Classic Editor
Choose a Theme (Optional)
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Softaculous lets you pick a starter theme during installation, or you can install one later inside WordPress
Final Step: Install
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Scroll down and click Install
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Wait a few seconds — once done, you’ll see:
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The Admin URL (e.g., kirods.com/wp-admin)
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The Site URL
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Click the Admin URL to log in and start building your site!
Security Tip
After installing WordPress:
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Change your login URL with a security plugin
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Keep WordPress, themes, and plugins updated
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Install a backup plugin and schedule regular backups
✅ Conclusion
Installing WordPress with Softaculous in cPanel is quick, easy, and perfect for beginners. Within minutes, your site will be live and ready to customize — no technical expertise required.
