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How to Install & Use WordPress

WordPress (WP) is one of the most popular open-source Blog applications. Thanks to its rich set of features you can use WordPress to create not only an online Blog but also a fully functional website. It is easily installed through the Softaculous autoinstaller in your cPanel.

In this section you will find answers of the following questions:


How to locate WordPress in Softaculous?

To install WordPress through Softaculous, you need to be logged into your Customer Area first. Then you should access your cPanel account and click on the Softaculous icon.

Once you click on the Softaculous button, you will be redirected to the page where you will see listed all applications that are available for autoinstallation. Click on the WordPress  icon and follow the instructions.


How to install WordPress through Softaculous?

Installing Wordpress through Softaculous is a quick and straightforward process. You just need to follow the instructions displayed during the process. If you feel you need a more detailed guide we recommend you our step-by-step installation tutorial:

WordPress Installation Video Tutorial WordPress Installation Video Tutorial
WordPress Installation Tutorial WordPress Installation Tutorial

How to use and change WordPress Themes?

The choice of the Wordpress themes you use will help you add your personal feel to your site. Your Wordpress installation will come with several auto-installed themes to choose from. However, there is a big choice of free themes online and you can easily add new ones to your Wordpress.

Free WordPress Templates Free WordPress Themes

The SiteGround professional WordPress Designer has created this WordPress Theme Gallery for you to review and download any of the themes you like for free.

WordPress Templates Change WordPress Themes Change

This detailed guide will help you add new themes to your WordPress and will show you how to change your default one.


How to use WordPress?

Wordpress is a powerful application that comes with a wide range of default functions. It also permits advanced users to add extra functionality with the help of many additional plug-ins distributed freely on the Internet. SiteGround has prepared a detailed step-by-step tutorial for the most important topics connected with Wordpress that you can review at:

WordPress Screenshot Tutorial WordPress Screenshot Tutorial
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