How to Install WordPress on a Self Hosted WordPress Site in the UK

Welcome to Com Web Hosting! This guide will help you install WordPress on your self hosted WordPress site in the UK. By following these steps, you’ll get powerful blogging features, fast page load times and dedicated support for your WordPress blog or business website.

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Choose Your Hosting Package

At Com Web Hosting we offer reliable hosting solutions and extra features for UK bloggers and businesses:

  • Shared Hosting: Ideal for smaller sites and blogs just starting out. Free SSL certificates, free domain options and automatic backups.
  • Managed WordPress Hosting: For high traffic sites that need lightning fast speeds, automatic updates and expert support.

We want to provide WordPress hosting that suits your blog’s success and growth over time. Your site’s security, performance and reliability matter to us so we include easy upgrades as your blog grows and your audience expands.

Prepare Your Domain and Hosting

After you’ve chosen your hosting provider connect your custom domain to Com Web Hosting:

  1. Register or Transfer a Domain: Claim a free domain through our hosting services or bring an existing domain to your new hosting account.
  2. Set Up DNS Records: Point your domain name to our UK based servers for seamless access and fast load times for your visitors.

This will create a smooth connection between your WordPress site and your chosen domain.

Use Our One-Click Installer (or Manual Setup)

Most of our hosting solutions have a one-click installer to help you install WordPress quickly, with no extra work. Simply log in to your Com Web Hosting control panel, find the WordPress installer tool and follow the prompts to install WordPress.

Manual Setup (if you prefer a hands on approach):

  1. Download WordPress: Get the latest version from wordpress.org.
  2. Create a Database: In your hosting control panel create a new database and username with secure credentials.
  3. Upload Files: Use FTP or the File Manager in your hosting control panel to upload the unzipped WordPress files to your desired folder (e.g. public_html).
  4. Run the Installer: Go to yourdomain.com (or the subfolder you created). Follow the on-screen instructions, enter your database details and finalise the setup.

Configure Your New WordPress Site

Once installed you’ll see the WordPress Dashboard. Here’s a few things to do:* Site Title: Your brand or blog’s writing focus.

  • SSL Certificate: We offer free SSL certificates to keep visitors safe and SEO boosted.
  • Essential Plugins: SEO tools, security plugins and caching solutions to keep your site optimised, secure and fast.
  • Automatic Updates: Save time and reduce website issues by letting WordPress update automatically to the latest versions.

Monetise and Grow

Your self hosted WordPress site can earn ad revenue through programmes like Google AdSense. With Com Web Hosting:

  • Create Content: Our stable UK based servers mean you can focus on writing and engaging your audience.
  • Fast Load Times: Fast page load times improve visitor experience and search rankings.
  • Online Stores: If you want to sell products or services, install e-commerce plugins and enjoy our secure hosting.
  • Priority Support: Our expert support team will help solve any website issues quickly.

Keep Your Site Secure and Up to Date

A secure site is crucial for your blog’s performance and reputation:

  • Backups: We provide automatic backups so you can restore your site in case of errors or attacks.
  • Upgrade Hosting: As your blog grows simply upgrade your hosting plan to handle more traffic and storage.
  • Stay Updated: Latest versions of WordPress, themes and plugins are key to protecting your site and offering visitors the best experience.

Final Checks and Launch

Before you go live:

  • Test Pages: Ensure all links, images and menus are working.
  • Add Content: Post articles to welcome new visitors and show your blog’s purpose.
  • Verify on Google: Set up Google Search Console to monitor performance and indexing.

Once you’re happy everything is working then your self hosted WordPress site is ready to attract visitors, earn ad revenue and thrive as a professional blogging platform under Com Web Hosting’s UK based infrastructure.

Get Started?
Sign up with Com Web Hosting, your UK hosting provider. Free website setup, free SSL certificates, custom domain options, automatic backups and priority support for your WordPress site. Create and grow a successful WordPress blog today and let us handle the technical stuff while you focus on building your audience and earning ad revenue. Your blog starts here.