Starting with WordPress is easier than you might think! Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to help beginners get started:

Step 1: Understand What WordPress Is

WordPress is a user-friendly content management system (CMS) that lets you build websites or blogs without coding. It powers over 40% of all websites worldwide.

Step 2: Choose Your Hosting and Domain

• For beginners, choose a reliable web hosting provider that offers easy WordPress installation (like Bluehost, SiteGround, or Hostinger).

• Pick and register a domain name (your website’s address).

Step 3: Install WordPress

Most hosts offer a one-click WordPress installation. Follow their guides or use tools like Softaculous in your hosting control panel.

Step 4: Learn the WordPress Dashboard

Familiarize yourself with the WordPress admin area where you manage your site — posts, pages, themes, plugins, and settings.

Step 5: Choose a Theme

Pick a free or premium WordPress theme to define your site’s look. You can customize it without coding.

Step 6: Install Essential Plugins

Add plugins to extend your site’s functionality, like Yoast SEO for search optimization and Contact Form 7 for contact forms.

Step 7: Start Creating Content

Create pages (About, Contact) and blog posts. Use the built-in Block Editor (Gutenberg) or page builders like Elementor for easy design.

Step 8: Learn and Practice

Use free resources and tutorials to learn more:

• WordPress.org Support

• YouTube tutorials

• Online courses (free and paid)