What is WordPress and why use it?
WordPress powers 43% of all websites. It's free, open-source, and perfect for beginners. With thousands of themes and plugins, you can build any website without coding.
Choose a Domain Name
Your domain is your address on the web. Pick something short, memorable, and relevant. Avoid hyphens and numbers. Use .com or .in for Indian audience.
Get Web Hosting
Shared hosting starts at just ₹99/month. For beginners, Hostinger, Bluehost, or SiteGround are excellent choices. Reliable hosting ensures speed and uptime.
Install WordPress (1-click)
Theme & Essential Plugins
Install a lightweight theme like Astra or Kadence. Then add must-have free plugins: Rank Math SEO, LiteSpeed Cache, Wordfence Security, and UpdraftPlus for backups.
| Plugin | Purpose | Free |
|---|---|---|
| Rank Math SEO | SEO optimization | ✓ |
| WPForms Lite | Contact forms | ✓ |
| LiteSpeed Cache | Speed boost | ✓ |
Content & SEO Setup
Create essential pages: Home, About, Contact, Privacy Policy. Then write your first blog post. Set permalinks to "Post Name" under Settings → Permalinks. Use Rank Math to submit sitemap to Google.
Ready to Build Your Website?
Follow this guide step by step, and within a week you'll have a live, professional WordPress site. The hardest part is taking the first step.
