{"id":4269,"date":"2020-02-06T15:00:44","date_gmt":"2020-02-06T14:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qodeinteractive.com\/magazine\/?p=4269"},"modified":"2021-01-13T13:45:22","modified_gmt":"2021-01-13T12:45:22","slug":"how-to-install-wordpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/qodeinteractive.com\/magazine\/how-to-install-wordpress\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Install WordPress Manually – The Famous 5 Minute Install"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you\u2019ve decided to use WordPress for your next blog or website, one of the reasons for this choice was, most likely, it\u2019s great ease of use. WordPress is a platform that comes with a modest learning curve, and one of the best things about it is that you can do everything yourself<\/strong>, without outside help, even if you\u2019re no computer wiz.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Anyone can learn how to install WordPress all by themselves. In fact, in theory the process is so simple, it\u2019s become known as the famous five minute install. And yet, for most users, especially novices, it usually ends up taking a bit longer than that.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Installing WordPress manually and getting your site up and running can actually be a pleasant and quick experience \u2013 provided you have proper guidance<\/strong>. And that\u2019s precisely what we intend to provide today, step by step. [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Some WordPress hosting providers offer their clients a handy WordPress installer that basically does all the work. However, this is not always an ideal solution. Sometimes, these automatic installers come in the form of packages that also install certain plugins or make certain modifications that you may not necessarily want. So either make sure that doesn\u2019t happen, or simply opt for a manual install. That way, you will be in complete control over your website<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Now sit back, relax and let\u2019s get started.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”68px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Before the Install<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Before you start the installation process, there are a few things you need to take care of.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]First of all, you will need hosting and a domain name<\/strong>. Choose your hosting provider wisely and make sure it\u2019s a company that powers a lot of WordPress websites, because you might need some WordPress-related support and troubleshooting along the line.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]As for the domain name, you will want to think this one through, as it is the name that is going to be associated with your business or blog and that your future visitors will recognize you by. Basically \u2013 your brand. If you need help, take a look at our article on choosing a great business name<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]There are also a couple of tools you are going to need before you start your WordPress installation:[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”23px”]