Ready to launch your website? This step-by-step guide makes it easy to install WordPress with Softaculous using Essex Web Hosts’ cPanel. Perfect for beginners with no hosting experience! Quick Tip: You don’t need to be tech-savvy to follow this. We’ve kept it simple and jargon-free. What's Inside ✅ Logging into your cPanel ✅ Accessing Softaculous ✅ Installing WordPress ✅ Configuring your site ✅ Logging into WordPress Step-by-Step Instructions 1. Log in to cPanel Go to yourdomain.com/cpanel or use the login link in your Essex Web Hosts welcome email. Enter your username and password to access the cPanel dashboard, your control centre for hosting tasks like WordPress installation for beginners. 2. Access Softaculous In cPanel, scroll to the “Software” section and click “Softaculous Apps Installer.” This tool makes it a doddle to set up WordPress using Softaculous. You’ll see a dashboard with various apps, including WordPress. 3. Start WordPress Installation Find WordPress in Softaculous (usually at the top or under “Blogs”). Click the “Install” button. This begins the Softaculous WordPress install cPanel process, guiding you through simple setup options. 4. Configure Your WordPress Site Fill in the setup form: choose your domain (e.g., yourdomain.co.uk), leave “In Directory” blank for the main site, and set a site name (e.g., “My Blog”). Create an admin username and password, and enter your email. Click “Install” to launch your site with this easy WordPress setup. 5. Log in to WordPress Once installed, Softaculous provides a login URL (e.g., yourdomain.co.uk/wp-admin). Use your admin username and password to access the WordPress dashboard. Congrats—you’ve completed your Essex Web Hosts WordPress setup! Start customising your site. Frequently Asked Questions What is Softaculous, and why use it to install WordPress? Softaculous is a tool in cPanel that simplifies installing apps like WordPress. It automates the setup process, making it quick and easy for beginners. Do I need technical skills to install WordPress with Softaculous? No! This guide and Essex Web Hosts’ cPanel make it simple for anyone to set up WordPress, no coding required. How long does it take to install WordPress with Softaculous? It takes about 5-10 minutes, including logging into cPanel and completing the Softaculous setup. Is WordPress hosting free with Essex Web Hosts? WordPress hosting starts at £3.99/month with Essex Web Hosts, including Softaculous and unlimited resources. Final Tips from Essex Web Hosts Save your WordPress admin credentials in a secure place. Explore WordPress themes to customise your site’s look. Contact our 24/7 support if you need help with setup. Check out our hosting plans for more WordPress features. Need Help? Contact Essex Web Hosts Support