How to Install WordPress on Your Host (3 Reliable Methods)

Quick answer

• Use your host’s 1‑click installer if available.
• If not, upload WordPress and run the installer.
• For advanced control, install via WP‑CLI.

Before you start

• Pick a domain (or subdomain) and point DNS to your host.
• Make sure you have a database user/password (or access to create one).
• Enable HTTPS early so you don’t fight mixed-content later.

Method 1: 1‑click installer

• Log into your hosting dashboard.
• Find WordPress tools / auto‑installer.
• Select domain, set admin username/password, and install.
• Log in at /wp-admin and update WordPress + plugins right away.

Method 2: Manual install

• Download WordPress from wordpress.org.
• Upload files to your web root via SFTP/File Manager.
• Create a database + user and assign permissions.
• Visit your domain to run the installer and enter DB details.
• Set site title, admin credentials, and finish setup.

Method 3: WP‑CLI

• SSH into your server.
• Run wp core download, then wp config create.
• Run wp core install with your URL and admin credentials.
• Lock down file permissions and disable file editing if appropriate.

Common mistakes

• Installing to the wrong directory (double /wordpress/ paths).
• Forgetting to enable HTTPS and then seeing mixed content.
• Using “admin” as username or weak passwords.

Next steps