How to Manually Install WordPress on DirectAdmin

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Installing WordPress manually on a DirectAdmin involves several steps. Below is a comprehensive guide to help you through the process:

Accessing the DirectAdmin Control Panel

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Creating a New Database

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Search for "Create Database" and select it.

Enter your desired database username and password, then click "Create Database."

A confirmation message "Database Created" will appear.

Uploading WordPress Files

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Navigate to the File Manager.

Follow this path to upload the WordPress zip file: domains >> yourdomainname.com >> public_html.

Right Click and select "Upload files."

Download WordPress from the Official Site. Attach the wordpress.zip file and click "Upload." Wait for the upload to complete.

Select the zip file and extract it.

Move all extracted files to public_html.

Configuring WordPress

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Rename the file wp-config-sample.php to wp-config.php.

Edit the wp-config.php file and replace db_name, db_user, and db_password with your database details.

Done.

Installing WordPress

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Go to https://Your_Domain/wp-admin/install.php in your browser.

Note: Replace Your_Domain with actual domain name

Enter your desired username, password, and email address. Click "Install WordPress." You will see a message saying “WordPress has been installed. Thank you, and enjoy!”

You have successfully set up WordPress using the DirectAdmin Control Panel. Your new website is now ready for customization and content creation. Explore the WordPress dashboard to install themes, add plugins, and start building your site.