Install and configure WordPress on the hosting server – Consult an Expert

At TEMS Tech Solutions (TTS), our WordPress Installation and Configuration service helps you get your website up and running on your hosting server with a seamless and optimized setup. From installation to configuration, we ensure that your WordPress site is secure, fast, and ready for your content.

Key steps we follow:

1. Hosting and Domain Setup:

• Assist in selecting the right hosting plan and domain if not already chosen.
• Ensure the hosting environment meets WordPress requirements (PHP, MySQL/MariaDB, SSL support).

2. WordPress Installation:

• One-Click Install: For hosting providers that offer one-click WordPress installation, we guide or perform the process for quick setup.
• Manual Installation: For manual setups, we:
  • Download the latest WordPress version from WordPress.org.
  • Upload WordPress files to the server via FTP.
  • Set up the database (using cPanel or another control panel) and configure the wp-config.php file.

3. Database Configuration:

• Create and configure a MySQL or MariaDB database.
• Link the database to WordPress by updating the configuration file with the correct database credentials.

4. SSL Configuration:

• Set up SSL (Secure Socket Layer) for website security, either through the hosting provider’s free SSL services (e.g., Let’s Encrypt) or custom SSL certificates.
• Ensure that the site is accessible via HTTPS for added security.

5. Theme Installation:

• Install a WordPress theme that fits your brand and website design.
• Set up custom themes or configure popular themes such as Astra, Divi, or OceanWP for a fully responsive design.

6. Essential Plugin Installation:

• Install and configure must-have plugins, such as:
  • Security: Wordfence or Sucuri to protect your site.
  • SEO: Yoast SEO or Rank Math for search engine optimization.
  • Caching: WP Rocket or W3 Total Cache to improve site performance.
  • Backup: UpdraftPlus for regular backups.
  • Analytics: Site Kit by Google or MonsterInsights to track website performance.

7. Permalink and Settings Configuration:

• Configure permalinks for SEO-friendly URLs.
• Set site title, tagline, timezone, and language settings.
• Ensure all media, comment, and reading settings are optimized based on the website’s requirements.

8. Security Enhancements:

• Implement basic security best practices, such as changing the default admin URL, limiting login attempts, and setting up two-factor authentication for added protection.
• Update file and directory permissions for security.

9. Custom Email Setup:

• Set up custom domain-based email accounts (e.g., info@yourdomain.com) and configure them for use with email clients like Gmail or Outlook.

10. Backup and Restore Configuration:

• Set up automated backup schedules and configure restore points, ensuring you can recover data in case of failure or data loss.