How Do I Install WordPress on My Hosting?

Introduction

Installing WordPress on your hosting account is one of the fastest ways to start building a website.
Most hosting providers, including BigCloudy, offer simple auto-installation tools. You can also install WordPress manually if required.

This guide explains both methods so you can choose the one that suits you best.

Method 1: Install WordPress Using an Auto-Installer

What Is an Auto-Installer?

Auto-installers such as Softaculous, cPanel WordPress Manager, or One-Click Installers allow you to install WordPress quickly without technical setup.

💡 Tip: This is the recommended method for beginners.

Step 1: Log in to Your cPanel from your client area.

Step 2: Open the WordPress Installer

In your control panel:

Go to Softaculous Apps Installer
Click on WordPress

Step 3: Configure WordPress Settings

During installation, enter the following details:

Choose your domain
Set the admin username and password
Enter your site name and description
Select the installation directory
(leave it blank to install WordPress on the root domain)

Step 4: Click Install

Click Install to begin the setup.

Once completed, you’ll receive your WordPress login URL:

yourdomain.com/wp-admin

Method 2: Install WordPress Manually

Manual installation is useful if auto-installers are unavailable or if you prefer full control.

Step 1: Download WordPress

Visit the official WordPress website and download the latest WordPress version.

Step 2: Upload WordPress Files to Your Hosting

You can upload files using either method:

Using File Manager

Open File Manager in your hosting control panel
Navigate to the public_html directory
Upload and extract the WordPress ZIP file

Using FTP

Connect using an FTP client such as FileZilla
Upload WordPress files to the root directory

Step 3: Create a Database

To create a MySQL database:

Open MySQL Databases
Create a new database
Create a database user
Assign the user to the database with full permissions

💡 Tip: Save your database name, username, and password for the next step.

Step 4: Run the WordPress Installation

Open your website URL in a browser.

You will be prompted to:

Select your language
Enter database details:
Database name
Username
Password
Host (usually localhost)
Click Install WordPress to continue.

Step 5: Set Up the Admin Account

Enter:

Site title
Admin username
Admin password
Admin email address
Complete the setup to finish installation.

Conclusion

Installing WordPress on your hosting is a straightforward process, whether you use a one-click installer or choose manual installation. Once installed, WordPress gives you full control to build, customize, and manage your website with ease. By following this guide, you’ll have your WordPress site up and running in just a few minutes.

Need Help?

If you require assistance at any point while using this guide, our Support Team is here to help:

Email: support@bigcloudy.com
Submit a support ticket

FAQ

Do I need technical knowledge to install WordPress?

No. Most hosting providers offer a one-click or auto-installer (such as Softaculous or WordPress Toolkit), which allows you to install WordPress without any technical skills.

Can I install WordPress on any hosting plan?

WordPress can be installed on most Linux-based shared, VPS, cloud, and dedicated hosting plans. However, Windows hosting may not support WordPress properly.

How long does it take to install WordPress?

Using a one-click installer, WordPress can be installed in under 5 minutes. Manual installation may take 10–20 minutes

Can I install WordPress manually without an auto-installer?

Yes. You can manually install WordPress by downloading it from wordpress.org, uploading the files via FTP, creating a database, and completing the setup via your browser.

Can I install multiple WordPress websites on the same hosting account?

Yes, as long as your hosting plan supports multiple domains and has sufficient resources.