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Installing WordPress via Softaculous

Softaculous is a powerful auto-installer that allows you to install WordPress in just a few clicks. Here is a step-by-step guide:

  1. Login to your cPanel account. You can usually do this by going to yourdomain.com/cpanel.
  2. Scroll down to the "Software" section and click on "Softaculous Apps Installer".
  3. In the Softaculous interface, find WordPress and click the "Install" button.
  4. Choose the "Quick Install" or "Custom Install". We recommend Custom Install for more control.
  5. Software Setup:
    • Choose the protocol (https:// is recommended).
    • Choose your domain.
    • In Directory: leave empty if you want WordPress on the main site (e.g., yourdomain.com).
  6. Site Settings: Enter your Site Name and Site Description.
  7. Admin Account: Create a strong Admin Username and Password. Do not use "admin" as username for security reasons.
  8. Scroll down and click "Install".

Wait for the progress bar to finish. Once completed, you will receive links to your new website and the admin dashboard (/wp-admin).

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