How to Install WordPress with One Click from Your cPanel If you’re ready to build a website but don’t fancy fiddling around with zip files, databases, or code—good news. Most hosting plans come with a one-click WordPress installer, like Softaculous, built right into your cPanel. This guide walks you through the process step-by-step so you can be up and running in minutes. Step 1: Log in to Your cPanel Head over to yourdomain.com/cpanel or access it through your client area. You’ll need your username and password (these were sent to your email when you signed up). Step 2: Find the WordPress Installer Scroll down to the “Software” or “Scripts” section in your cPanel and look for Softaculous Apps Installer or a WordPress icon. Click it. Step 3: Start the Installation Wizard Click the “Install” button (usually at the top or next to the WordPress logo). This will launch the setup wizard. Step 4: Fill in Your Site Details Now, you’ll enter a few basic details: Choose Protocol: Pick https:// if your domain has SSL installed. Domain: Select the domain or subdomain you want to install WordPress on. Directory: Leave this blank if you want WordPress installed at the root (i.e., yourdomain.com). Site Name & Description: You can change these later, but go ahead and personalise it. Admin Username & Password: Make these strong. Skip “admin” as a username—it’s a hacker’s favourite guess. Step 5: Pick a Theme (Optional) Softaculous often lets you preview and select a free theme right from the installer. Don’t stress over this—you can always change it later. Step 6: Click “Install” Once everything looks good, hit the install button at the bottom. Softaculous will do the magic—it usually takes under 60 seconds. Step 7: Access Your New WordPress Site When it's done, you’ll see a confirmation with links to your WordPress site and admin area. That’s usually at: yourdomain.com/wp-admin Login using the username and password you just created. You’re in! Need Hosting That Makes This Easy? If your current host makes this process feel like rocket science, it might be time for an upgrade. Our WordPress Hosting includes 1-click installs, automatic updates, and performance tuned just for WordPress. Get Faster WordPress Hosting Today