How to Install WordPress Using Softaculous
Softaculous allows you to install WordPress in under 1 minute with zero technical knowledge. Follow the steps below.
✔ One-click installation
✔ Auto SSL support
✔ Automatic updates
Install WordPress Using Softaculous (Simple Steps)
1. Log in to cPanel
Use your client area SSO or directly via:
https://yourdomain.com:2083
2. Open Softaculous Apps Installer
- Scroll down to the Software section.
- Click Softaculous Apps Installer.
- Select WordPress from the top-left list.
3. Click “Install Now”
Softaculous will load the installation configuration page.
4. Choose Installation URL
- Choose Protocol: Select
https:// - Choose Domain: your domain
- In Directory:
(leave empty)to install on root (yourdomain.com)
5. Set Up Admin Username & Password
Enter your:
- Admin Username
- Admin Password (use strong password!)
- Admin Email
Do NOT use “admin” as username — it's insecure.
6. Select Theme (Optional)
You can choose a theme now or install one later from the WordPress dashboard.
7. Click Install
Softaculous will install WordPress in a few seconds. You'll receive:
- Your WordPress login URL
- Your WordPress admin area URL
Your admin URL looks like:
https://yourdomain.com/wp-admin/
Recommended WordPress Settings (AurexHost Optimized)
Choose HTTPS
Always install WordPress with https:// selected.
Disable “In Directory”
Leave In Directory empty unless you specifically want:
/blog/site
Enable Automatic Updates
We recommend enabling:
- ✔ WordPress core updates
- ✔ Plugin updates
- ✔ Theme updates
Install LSCache Plugin Automatically
If you're using LiteSpeed servers (AurexHost uses them), LSCache provides massive speed boost.
Troubleshooting WordPress Installation
Installation Stuck?
- Clear browser cache.
- Try another browser.
- Check if domain points to your hosting.
Auto SSL Not Installed?
- Domain must point to the server.
- Wait up to 15 minutes after installation.
- Run AutoSSL inside cPanel manually.
If you still can't install WordPress, open a support ticket — we can install it for you in under 2 minutes.