Question: How do I install WordPress on GHFS Hosting? Print

Answer:

This article explains how to install WordPress on GHFS Hosting using the Plesk control panel. You can install WordPress automatically with the built-in installer or manually by uploading files yourself.

1. Method 1: Install WordPress Using Plesk’s WordPress Toolkit (Recommended)

Plesk includes WordPress Toolkit, the easiest and fastest way to install WordPress.

Steps:

1. Log in to your Plesk control panel

2. Go to WordPress or WordPress Toolkit in the left menu

3. Click Install

4. Choose the domain or subdomain where you want WordPress installed

5. Select installation settings:

   • Installation path (leave blank to install in root)

   • Admin username

   • Password

   • Email address

   • Site name

6. Click Install

WordPress will be installed automatically in seconds.

2. Method 2: Manual WordPress Installation

If you want to install WordPress manually, follow these steps:

Step A: Create a Database

1. Log in to Plesk

2. Go to Databases

3. Click Add Database

4. Enter a database name

5. Create a database user and password

6. Save your database credentials

Step B: Upload WordPress Files

1. Download WordPress from wordpress.org

2. In Plesk, go to File Manager

3. Upload and extract the WordPress ZIP file into your document root
   Example:
   /httpdocs/ for the main domain

Step C: Run the Installer

1. Visit your domain in a browser

2. Select your language

3. Enter the database details you created earlier

4. Set up admin login details

5. Complete installation

Your WordPress site is now installed.

3. Choosing the Correct Installation Location

Install in the root folder:

• Website accessible at:
  https://yourdomain.com

Install in a subfolder:

• Website accessible at:
  https://yourdomain.com/blog

Make sure you choose the correct folder in the installer.

4. After Installation: Important Steps

To ensure best performance and security:

• Install an SSL certificate (Let's Encrypt)

• Enable automatic updates in WordPress Toolkit

• Install a caching plugin (optional)

• Update themes and plugins regularly

• Set up backups via Plesk or a plugin

5. Troubleshooting Common Issues

Issue: “Cannot connect to database”

• Database name, username, or password incorrect

Issue: White screen or errors after install

• Missing or corrupted files

• Incorrect PHP version

• Plugin/theme conflict

Issue: Installer not visible

• Files uploaded to wrong folder

6. When to Contact GHFS Hosting Support

Contact support if:

• The WordPress Toolkit installation fails

• You receive database connection errors

• You are unsure which domain or folder to use

• Your WordPress site does not load after installation

• You want WordPress installed by the support team

Support can install or troubleshoot WordPress for you.