New to WordPress? Don’t worry, we are here for you. Check out our step-by-step guide for installing plugins and take your website to the next level
What is a Plugin?
A WordPress plugin is a software add-on that expands the functionality and capabilities of a WordPress website. It enables users to add more features and functionality to their WordPress website without writing custom code.
“You don’t have to be a developer to use WordPress plugins”
Chris Badgett, LifterLMS CEO
Video Tutorial: How to Install a WordPress Plugin – A Beginner’s Guide [2023]
Here are some popular WordPress plugins, themes, hosting, and more.
Installing a Plugin
In WordPress, there are thousands of free plugins and premium plugins. Follow the below steps to upload any of your free and premium plugins. If you’ve purchased a premium plugin, the company will provide you with a zip file you can download from their website and upload to your WordPress website.
How to Upload a Free Plugin
You can install the plugin from your dashboard if you want to use the free version.
Step 1: Navigate to your WordPress Dashboard > Plugin > Add New > Now In the search box, type your favorite plugin.
Step 2: Now click on Install Now >and then Activate.
Now, Your plugin is installed successfully.
How to Upload a Paid Plugin
To install your plugin, follow the below steps:
Step 1) Navigate to the Dashboard> Plugins > Add New > Upload plugin.
Note: You may have to upload the free version of your paid plugin first.
Step 2: Now, choose your downloaded zip file and click on Install > And then Activate.
You can Install any free and paid plugin to follow these steps.
Congratulations, Now your plugin has been successfully installed. You are ready for your next step.
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