Setting up a new WordPress website on OzSpeed is simple and fast, thanks to the Auto Installer feature in hPanel. Whether you’re starting a new blog, business site, or e-commerce store, WordPress offers a user-friendly platform with a variety of themes and plugins to help you build a professional-looking site. Follow this step-by-step guide to add a WordPress website to your hosting plan.
Step 1: Log in to hPanel #
- Visit ozspeed.com.au and log in to your hPanel Dashboard with your credentials.
- Navigate to the Website section.
Step 2: Open the Auto Installer #
- Click on “Auto Installer” in the Website section of hPanel.
- You will see a list of applications available for automatic installation.
- Select WordPress from the list.
Step 3: Choose the Domain #
- Select the domain or subdomain where you want to install WordPress (e.g., yourdomain.com or blog.yourdomain.com).
- If you want to install WordPress in a specific folder (e.g., yourdomain.com/blog), enter the folder name in the Directory field. Leave this field blank if you want to install WordPress on the root domain.
Step 4: Configure WordPress Settings #
- Administrator Username: Enter a username for the WordPress admin account (e.g., admin). Avoid using common usernames like admin for better security.
- Administrator Password: Create a strong password using a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.
- Email Address: Enter your email address for notifications and password recovery.
- Website Title: Enter a title for your website (e.g., My Awesome Blog).
- Language: Select the preferred language for your WordPress site.
Step 5: Advanced Settings (Optional) #
Click on “Advanced Settings” if you want to customize additional options:
- Database Name: You can specify a custom database name or leave it as the default.
- Table Prefix: Change the default table prefix (wp_) to something unique (e.g., mywp_) for added security.
- Auto-Update Options: Enable automatic updates for WordPress core, themes, and plugins to keep your site secure.
Step 6: Start the Installation #
- Click “Install” to begin the WordPress installation process.
- The Auto Installer will handle the setup, including creating the necessary files and database.
What Happens Next? #
- The installation process typically takes a few seconds.
- Once completed, you will see a confirmation message with the admin URL (e.g., https://yourdomain.com/wp-admin).
Step 7: Log in to Your New WordPress Website #
- Click on the admin URL provided after the installation (e.g., https://yourdomain.com/wp-admin).
- Enter the administrator username and password you created earlier.
- You are now logged in to the WordPress dashboard, where you can start customizing your site.
Step 8: Enable SSL for Your WordPress Site (Recommended) #
To secure your website with HTTPS, enable an SSL certificate.
- Go to Domains > SSL in hPanel.
- Select the domain where WordPress is installed.
- Click “Install Let’s Encrypt SSL” and enable HTTPS redirection.
Tip: #
- Enabling SSL improves your site’s security and helps with search engine rankings.
Step 9: Customize Your WordPress Site #
Now that WordPress is installed, you can start building your site:
- Choose a Theme:
- Go to Appearance > Themes in the WordPress dashboard.
- Click “Add New” and choose a theme that fits your site’s style.
- Install Essential Plugins:
- Go to Plugins > Add New.
- Install popular plugins like Yoast SEO for search engine optimization, WP Super Cache for performance, and Contact Form 7 for creating forms.
- Create Pages and Posts:
- Go to Pages > Add New to create pages like Home, About, and Contact.
- Go to Posts > Add New to start adding blog posts.
Troubleshooting Tips #
- Installation Error: If the installation fails, check that there are no conflicting files in the document root (e.g., /public_html) and that the domain is pointed correctly.
- Database Error: Verify that the database name and credentials are correct if you encounter a connection error.
- Admin Login Issues: Clear your browser cache or try accessing the admin URL in an Incognito window if you can’t log in.
Additional Tips: #
- Regular Backups: Use the Backups tool in hPanel to create regular backups of your WordPress site.
- Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Add an extra layer of security by enabling 2FA for your WordPress admin account.
- Keep WordPress Updated: Regularly update WordPress core, themes, and plugins to protect your site from vulnerabilities.
