📌 Step 1: Log in to WordPress
Go to:
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yourwebsite.com/wp-adminEnter your username and password, then click Log In.
🖼️ What it looks like:
(Login page with WordPress logo and username/password fields)
📌 Step 2: Go to Plugins
- On the left sidebar menu, click Plugins → Add New.
🖼️ What it looks like:
(Dashboard sidebar → Plugins → Add New highlighted)
📌 Step 3: Search for a Plugin
At the top-right, you’ll see a search bar.
- Type the name of the plugin (e.g., “Yoast SEO” or “Contact Form 7”).
- Browse results: check ratings, last updated date, and active installations.
🖼️ What it looks like:
(Search results with “Install Now” button next to each plugin)
📌 Step 4: Install the Plugin
- Click the Install Now button.
- WordPress will download and install it automatically.
🖼️ What it looks like:
(Button changes from Install Now → Installing → Activate)
📌 Step 5: Activate the Plugin
- After installation, click Activate.
- Now the plugin is live on your website.
🖼️ What it looks like:
(Activated plugin moves to Installed Plugins list)
📌 Step 6: Configure the Plugin (If Needed)
- Many plugins add a new menu to your Dashboard sidebar (for example, “SEO” for Yoast).
- Click the plugin’s menu and adjust the settings.
⚠️ Important Tips
✔ Only install plugins from trusted sources
✔ Keep plugins updated for security
✔ Remove plugins you’re not using
✔ Avoid installing too many plugins (it slows down your site)
