Step-by-Step Guide to Deploying WordPress in cPanel

1. Log in to Your cPanel

• Visit your hosting provider’s login page.
• Enter your username and password to access cPanel.
• Look for the cPanel dashboard—usually organized into sections like Databases, Files, Software, and Security.

2. Locate the WordPress Installer

Most cPanel setups include Softaculous Apps Installer or a similar auto-installer tool.

• Find Softaculous under the Software section.Click on WordPress to begin the installation process.

3. Configure Your WordPress Installation

You’ll need to provide some details:

• Choose Protocol & Domain: Select https:// if you already have an SSL certificate. Choose the domain where you want WordPress installed.
• Site Settings: Add your site title and description (you can update this later in WordPress).
• Admin Account: Create a strong username, password, and admin email address.
• Select Language & Plugins: Choose your preferred language and optional plugins (e.g., contact form, caching).

4. Select Database and Advanced Options (Optional)

If you want to manage database settings:

• Expand the Advanced Options tab.
• Here, you can set your own database name, table prefix, and manage backup settings.
• Leave it on default if you’re unsure—Softaculous will handle it.

5. Install WordPress

• Click Install to start the process.
• Within a few minutes, WordPress will be installed on your domain.
• You’ll see a success message with links to:
• Your WordPress site (e.g., yourdomain.com)Your WordPress Admin Dashboard (e.g., yourdomain.com/wp-admin)

6. Access Your WordPress Dashboard

• Go to yourdomain.com/wp-admin.
• Enter the admin username and password you created.
• From here, you can:
  • Choose a theme
  • Install plugins
  • Add pages and blog posts
  • Customize your website
• Add pages and blog posts