Installing Wordpress - Installation, Registrars & Hosting

Learn to install WordPress using separate registrars and hosts. Master domain setup, installation methods, themes, and plugins with step-by-step guidance for beginners.

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Brief Summary

This course is perfect for beginners wanting to install Wordpress. You'll learn why using separate domain registrars and web hosts is a smart move, plus how to set everything up step-by-step, including themes, plugins, and even creating a free Wordpress site!

Key Points

  • Understand the differences between Wordpress.com and Wordpress.org
  • Use a separate domain registrar and web host
  • Install Wordpress using automated and manual methods
  • Clean up Wordpress installation and add content
  • Find and install themes and plugins

Learning Outcomes

  • Install Wordpress with ease on any web host
  • Differentiate between Wordpress.com and Wordpress.org
  • Clean up and customize your Wordpress installation
  • Find and use themes and plugins effectively
  • Create a Wordpress site for free and understand its limitations

About This Course

Wordpress installation using separate domain registrar and web host, plus why it is essential to set it up that way.

  Installing Wordpress - Installation, domain registrars and web hosting is a course designed to give complete beginners all the knowledge and skills they need to install Wordpress on any web host. 

        We'll discuss domain registrars and web hosting, and see why it is better to use two separate companies for this, rather than relying on your web host to act as both host and registrar.  If that statement confuses you, don't panic.  I'll explain how to set all of this up, with videos and PDFs to help every step of the way.  I'll even show you how to move a domain you already own to a separate domain registrar. 

        We'll look at two automated ways of installing Wordpress, plus a manual method using FTP for those that like adventure.  I'll tell you which automated method is better, and why. 

        Once Wordpress is installed, we'll clean up the installation to remove the "fluff" that Wordpress installed.  We'll look at adding posts and pages, and talk about the main differences between these two types of document. 

        One of the reasons I love Wordpress is the simplicity of changing the look and feel of the site using themes.  We'll see how to find and install specific themes that meet your criteria, as well as how to install premium themes in case you buy one. 

        One of the most powerful features of Wordpress is the way it can be extended using plugins, which add new features and capabilities to an already powerful content management system.  We'll look at finding and installing plugins (both free and premium), and I'll tell you some of the free plugins I use on most of my sites. 

        Finally, for those that want a 100% free Wordpress site, I'll show you how to create one. There are limitations to this type of Wordpress site, but hey, it's free, right?  I'll let you know what you can and cannot do with these free sites. 

        By the end of this course, you will be able to install Wordpress on any web host, using a separate domain registrar, and understand why that is important

  • Understand the differences between Wordpress.com and Wordpress.org

  • Use a separate registrar and web host

  • Install Wordpress

Instructor

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Andrew Williams

I have written and published a number of books that are available on Amazon, including books on WordPress ("WordPress for Beginners 2024"), Self-Publishing ("Self-Publishing on Amazon 2023"), and search engine optimization ("SEO 2021").  I also run a website called ezSEONews, where I provide tutorials on a number of skills required for running a successful website.As an ex-schoolteacher, I hope I...

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John S.
4.5
5 years ago

Andy explains things very well and is easy to understand.

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Sheldon P.
5.0
5 years ago

I need a good explanation regarding material in this course...too many courses are confusing...

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Glenis W.
5.0
5 years ago

Good course for beginners. Clear and relevant teaching by Andy.

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Judy C.
5.0
5 years ago

The course is very good for beginners. Very easy to understand and provided printable course material.

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Jacine R.
5.0
6 years ago

Andy gives such great explanations and instructions. His courses are easy to listen to, and best of all helps me to get the outcome I want.

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Anna M.
5.0
6 years ago

It is very easy to follow these instructions.

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Fiona H.
4.0
6 years ago

I haven't had a chance to try installing yet, but it looks quite comprehensive.

This course comes free with the Wordpress for Beginners course, which has a lot of really good information about setting up and using Wordpress, so I would recommend buying that course and then you have both.

I would definitely recommend this course as a handy guide for reference.

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Tony
5.0
6 years ago

Very good for beginners and very easy to follow.

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Jeff
5.0
6 years ago

Well presented course! Follow this and your Wordpress site will be up and running in minutes!

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Frank G.
5.0
6 years ago

As with all Andy's courses, very detailed and clear.

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