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Installing WordPress using Softaculous on cPanel is a straightforward process that allows you to create a fully functional WordPress website in just a few clicks. Softaculous is a popular auto-installer script library that simplifies the installation of various web applications, including WordPress. This knowledge base will guide you through the steps to install WordPress on your cPanel hosting account using Softaculous.

Prerequisites:

1. A web hosting account with cPanel access.
2. Access to Softaculous in your cPanel (most hosting providers offer this).

Steps to Install WordPress Using Softaculous on cPanel:

Step 1: Log into Your cPanel Account

• Open your web browser and navigate to your cPanel login URL (usually http://yourdomain.com/cpanel or http://yourIPaddress:2082).
• Enter your cPanel username and password to log in.

Step 2: Access Softaculous

• Once logged into cPanel, scroll down to the "Software" section and locate the Softaculous Apps Installer icon. Click on it to access Softaculous.

Step 3: Search for WordPress

• In the Softaculous interface, you'll see a search bar on the top left. Type "WordPress" into the search bar.

Step 4: Install WordPress

• Click on the "WordPress" icon that appears in the search results.
• You will be taken to the WordPress overview page. Click the "Install" button to start the installation process.

Step 5: Configure WordPress Settings

• Fill out the installation details:
  • Choose Protocol: Select either "http://" or "https://" depending on your website's security setup.
  • Choose Domain: Select the domain where you want to install WordPress.
  • In Directory: Leave this field empty if you want WordPress to be installed in the root directory of your domain (e.g., http://yourdomain.com/). If you want to install it in a subdirectory (e.g., http://yourdomain.com/blog/), enter the subdirectory name.
  • Site Name: Enter the name of your website.
  • Site Description: Provide a brief description of your website.
  • Admin Username: Choose a username for your WordPress admin account.
  • Admin Password: Create a strong password for your admin account.
  • Admin Email: Enter your email address.
• Scroll down to the "Choose Language" section and select your preferred language.
• Optional: You can customize the "Select Plugin(s)" and "Advanced Options" sections if needed.
• Click the "Install" button to proceed.

Step 6: Installation Progress

• Softaculous will now install WordPress with the provided settings. You'll see a progress bar, and the installation may take a minute or two.

Step 7: Installation Complete

• Once the installation is complete, you will see a success message. It will also provide you with links to your new WordPress site and the admin dashboard.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed WordPress using Softaculous on cPanel. You can now log in to your WordPress admin dashboard and start building your website.

Remember to keep your WordPress installation, themes, and plugins updated to ensure the security and performance of your website.

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