Setting up WordPress with Auto Installer on your domain or subdomain is a quick and easy process. It will take only a few minutes for you to have a running WordPress site.
Preparations
Before heading to the WordPress installation, make sure that:
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Your domain is pointing to Hostinger.
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The domain is added to your hosting plan.
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If you’re installing WordPress on a subdomain, ensure the subdomain is created.
Step 1 – Open Auto Installer
On your panel, go to Websites → Dashboard, search for Auto Installer in the left sidebar, and click on it.
Once there, select WordPress.
Step 2 – Insert the Installation Details
Fill in all the required details.
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Website title – the name for your website.
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Administrator email – the email for the admin user.
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Administrator username – the admin username. It’s strongly recommended to use a unique username.
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Administrator password – create a strong password for your WordPress admin account.
Custom Settings
In case you want to specify a different subdirectory for your WordPress installation (for example, domain.tld/blog), or use an existing database, expand the Advanced section and fill in the information:
Install WordPress on a Subdomain
To install WordPress on a subdomain, expand the Advanced section. Next, click on the arrow and select the desired subdomain:
Step 3 – Select Version Details
Once that’s done, click on Next to select the opions regarding the WordPress core version:
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Application version – it’s recommended to choose the latest version
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Language – the language of the WordPress administration interface
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Update schedule – it’s recommended to update to minor version
Click on the Install button and after a few minutes, the installation will be completed. To check the result, clear the browser cache and visit your website.
Manage Your WordPress Installation
To manage the installation, click on the ⋮ button in the Auto Installer page to find the following options:
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Access the WordPress Overview page
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Check the details of your website – URL, database name, admin username, and email
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Delete your WordPress installation