How to Install WordPress with Softaculous on telaHosting

Setting up a WordPress website on telaHosting is quick and easy with the help of Softaculous. This step-by-step guide will show you how to install WordPress effortlessly. Let’s dive in!

Step 1: Log in to Your telaHosting Account

1. Go to www.telahosting.com.
2. Enter your username and password, then click Log In.
3. Once logged in, navigate to your hosting account dashboard.

Step 2: Access Your cPanel

1. From your dashboard, click Log in cPanel.
2. This will take you to the cPanel interface, where you can manage your hosting account.

Step 3: Locate Softaculous Apps Installer

1. In cPanel, scroll down to the Software section.
2. Click on Softaculous Apps Installer.

Softaculous is a tool that allows you to install applications like WordPress with just a few clicks.

Step 4: Select WordPress

1. Inside Softaculous, find WordPress under the popular scripts section, or search for it using the search bar.
2. Click on the WordPress icon to begin.

Step 5: Start the Installation

1. Click on Install Now to start the installation process.
2. You’ll be taken to the setup page, where you can configure your WordPress installation.

Step 6: Configure Installation Settings

 1. Software Setup

• Choose Protocol: Select https:// if your site has an SSL certificate or http:// otherwise.
• Choose Domain: Select the domain where you want to install WordPress.
• In Directory: delete wp from the box if you want WordPress installed at the root of your domain (e.g., www.yourdomain.com).

2. Site Settings

• Site Name and Description: Enter the name of your site and a brief description (you can change these later).

3. Admin Account 

• Admin Username and Password: Create a username and strong password for logging in to your WordPress dashboard.
• Admin Email: Provide a valid email address for site management notifications.

4. Enter the email if you are installing for someone, so they can get the details. then click Install. 

Step 7: Complete the Installation

1. Double-check your settings, then click Install.
2. Wait a few moments while Softaculous sets up WordPress.
3. Once done, you’ll see a success message with links to your website and WordPress admin panel.

Step 8: Log In to Your WordPress Dashboard

1. Click on the admin panel link (e.g., www.yourdomain.com/wp-admin).
2. Enter the admin username and password you created earlier.
3. Welcome to WordPress! You can now start customizing your site.

And that’s it! You’ve successfully installed WordPress on telaHosting. Happy blogging and website building! 🌟