Use an installer if available
Open DirectAdmin and look for WordPress Manager or the application installer included with your package. Choose the domain and follow its installation form.
Manual installation
- Download WordPress from wordpress.org.
- Upload and extract its files into your domain's
public_htmlfolder. - Create a database and database user in DirectAdmin. Save the credentials securely.
- Open your domain's
/wp-admin/install.phppage and follow the setup instructions. - Use a unique administrator password and keep WordPress, themes and plugins updated.
Official WordPress installation guide
If an installer is unavailable or you need help with a database, open a support ticket.