Using 1-click WordPress installation

Our powerful 1-click WordPress installation tool, included in all hosting plans starting from Explorer, makes setting up your website incredibly easy. Just follow these step-by-step instructions to install WordPress on your web space in no time.

• Step 1 - Click WordPress in the Control Panel
• Step 2 - Click New installation
• Step 3 - Select language and location
• Step 4 - Start with the Onboarding
• Step 5 - Enter your WP Admin account details
• Step 6 - Choose how you want to set up your website
• Step 7 - Choose a name for your website
• Step 8 - Pick a website category
• Step 9 - Choose a theme
• Step 10 - Select which plugins should be pre-installed
• Step 11 - Generate website texts (optional)
• Step 12 - Your new site is ready

Are you using the Beginner plan? Upgrade your hosting plan to Explorer or larger to use 1-click WordPress, or install WordPress manually.

Step 1 - Click WordPress in the Control Panel

Log in to your one.com Control Panel and click WordPress.

Step 2 - Click New installation

1. Click New installation to create a new WordPress installation on your domain.

   Tip: If you already have a 1-click installation, this page will look slightly different. Simply click on "Back to overview" at the top left of your screen and continue.

   

2. Choose your preferred WordPress hosting: You can choose between Standard WordPress hosting, which is included in your plan, and Managed WordPress, which you can buy as an add-on service.

Step 3 - Select language and location

1. Select a language for your website and WP Admin.
2. Choose a location for your website. You can place the installation on the main domain (root directory) or on a subdomain.
3. Click Install or Next.

Note: If you choose the option Subdomain, another step will be added where you'll be asked to give your subdomain a fitting name.

Step 4 - Start with the Onboarding

We’ve created an Onboarding Wizard to help you easily start building your website. Just answer a few simple questions, and the wizard will create a website tailored to your needs, making the setup process quick and straightforward.

Click on the Get started button.

Step 5 - Enter your WP Admin account details

1. Enter an Admin email address. This will be your primary contact for WordPress, for example, if you forget your password.
2. Enter the Username you want to use for logging into your WP Admin.
3. Choose a secure Password for your username. The bar underneath the password field will indicate if you have chosen a strong password.
4. If you choose to, you can activate Advanced Login Protection by using the toggle.

   Note: For more information on Advanced Login Protection, check out our guide: What is Advanced Login Protection for WordPress?

5. Click Continue.

Step 6 - Choose how you want to set up your website

You have the option to start with our setup assistant or create the website yourself. If you choose the latter, you will get an empty WordPress installation with only the one.com plugin activated.
In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps using the setup assistant for a faster, easier start.

Step 7 - Choose a name for your website

Now, you need to choose a name and tagline for your WordPress site. You can always change it again later.

1. Choose a name for your website; it will be visible in your browser tab.
2. Optional: Enter a tagline for your website; it should be a short, catchy phrase that supports your title.
3. Click Continue.

Step 8 - Pick a website category

1. Type one or more keywords into the search bar.
2. Press Enter or click on the magnifying glass to start the search.
3. Select a website category by clicking on it. If you want to remove it, click on the x on the right side.
4. Click Continue in the bottom.

Step 9 - Choose a theme

Next, you'll need to choose a theme for your website. You can select from our new block themes from our partner SuperbThemes, as well as default WordPress themes. We recommend using the block themes for the best editing experience.

Note: Our older classic themes are still available on the left side, but we will stop supporting these in 2025.

1. To preview a theme, hover over it and click Preview.
2. You can switch between desktop, tablet, and mobile views.
3. If you like the theme, click Select theme to continue.

Step 10 - Select which plugins should be pre-installed

Choose which plugins you would like to have installed for your new website. The available options depend on your account type.

The following plugins are available to be selected:

• one.com plugin (required)
• Performance Cache (optional)
• Rank Math (free version, optional)
• Imagify (free version, optional)
• Maintenance Mode (optional)
• Spam Protection (with Managed WordPress only, optional)

Note: The one.com plugin is mandatory and cannot be deselected. All these plugins are available for free.

Step 11 - Generate website texts (optional)

Next, you can choose between AI-generated text tailored to your needs or demo content. Either way, you can edit the text later. It's also possible to skip this step and only install the standard WordPress content.

In this guide, we'll show you how to use the AI-generated content:

1. Tick the box to show that you've read and understood the terms and conditions of Google Gemini.
2. Click the Choose button.
   
3. Add a few keywords or sentences on the next page that tell something about your business or project. 
4. Click Complete setup.

Step 12 - Your new site is ready

Your new WordPress site is ready! Your chosen theme was installed, and your plugins activated. You are now logged in to your WP Admin and can start to personalise your site.

If you want to learn more, you can click Start tour or read our guide, How to build your WordPress website, which will walk you through the most basic first steps.

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