How to Make Your Own WordPress Website on Bluehost

WordPress is one of the world’s largest blogging platform.



WordPress is also a complete content management system and is a great way to build any different types of websites. That is why it is loved by most business owners, bloggers, designers, developers, photographers, and basically everyone else.



So, if you are planning on making your own WordPress website then this guide is absolutely for you.



In this article, we’ll show you how easy it can be to get your WordPress website up and running quickly on Bluehost.



If you haven’t heard about Bluehost, check this extensive Bluehost overview on Hosting.review.





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What Do You Need To Get Started Making Your Own WordPress-based Website?



There are only two simple steps that you will need to start:



Secure a domain name and get hosting in place with BluehostChoose a web platform (install WordPress)Step 1: Secure a domain name & hosting on Bluehost



There are many best web hosting services for WordPress out there, and one of those is Bluehost. Bluehost is one of the hosting providers officially recommended by WordPress and has been the number-one recommended hosting service for almost 10 years.



So why Bluehost?



One thing we like about Bluehost is that they’ve scaled their server for optimum performance when running WordPress. They offer unlimited bandwidth, unlimited storage, premium support, and everything else you could possibly need to run a successful WordPress powered website.



If you’re still struggling to decide if Bluehost is right for you, we suggest just go for it. It’s important that any WordPress web host meets certain technical requirements, and Bluehost perfectly meets those needs.



How to register a Domain on Bluehost?



Domain registration in Bluehost is so simple, here’s how.



To get started, go to Bluehost’s home page and click “Get Started Now.”



Next, you’ll need to enter a domain name for your site. If you already own a domain name you can add it directly in the right section, and you will be prompted to go through a few extra steps to make sure you get your DNS pointed to Bluehost.



If you don’t already have a domain name, you can purchase one from right in the sign-up process, and the best part is, it comes free when you purchase using the link here.



Use the tool below to check if your domain name is still available.



As I write this guide, Bluehost has an offer exclusive to WPMakeSite readers to get set up for just $2.95 USD per month (plus a FREE domain name). That’s an awesome savings of 63%.



Now, after you’ve entered a domain name, you’ll need to fill in your personal information.



After that, you may need to choose a hosting package and enter your payment information. Click the “Submit” button to complete your purchase.



You’ll then be asked to create a password for your account. You can use the “Password Generator” to create a strong and secure password or create one yourself.



Too easy isn’t it?



Bluehost will provide you with the registration details through email, so go ahead and save it in a safe place.



Now, let’s proceed to the next step.





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Step 2: How To Install WordPress on Bluehost?



To get started, log in to your Bluehost account and navigate to “hosting » cpanel”. Scroll down to the “website” and select “Install WordPress” from the list.



This will open the Bluehost Marketplace window. Click on the “Get Started” button to continue. This will start the WordPress installation process, which has a few easy steps.



On the next page, choose where you want to install WordPress. This can be any domain on your account, or a subdomain or a folder for one of your domains. You could also specify a directory if you want.



Then click on the “Next” button to proceed.



In this section, you can set up your own username and password for your WordPress install. It is recommended to use a different username than “admin” and a very strong password. Make sure that the “Automatically create a new database for this installation” box is checked unless you have a database already set up that you want to use.



You may also check the “I understand that installing on the same domain will overwrite any files” and “I have read the terms and service GPLv2” respectively.



Click on the “Install” button to proceed.



Now you’ll see the progress page, which will show you how far along the installation is. Don’t close the page until you see the checkmark and the words “Installation Complete”.



Once WordPress is fully installed, it will provide you with your site URL, the admin login URL, your username, and your password. That would look like the image below.



An email will be sent to the registered email address about the login and password information as well. So make sure to keep it in a safe place.



So that’s it, you now have made your very own WordPress-based website on your Bluehost account.



Things You Should Do After Installing WordPress



After you have successfully installed WordPress on Bluehost (or at any web host) we recommend doing these essential settings.



Read it here: 9 Essential Settings After Installing WordPress



Next, choose a WordPress theme you think would be best for yourself or business. Check out the most popular premium WordPress themes of 2017.



Read it here: Top 10 Most Popular Premium WordPress Themes of 2017



And lastly, extend your website’s functionality using a WordPress plugin. Check out the top-selling WordPress plugins on ThemeForest today.



Read it here: 10 Top Selling WordPress Plugins on ThemeForest



That’s really is!



If you get stuck anywhere in the process. Don’t hesitate to leave your comments below.



Otherwise, share this with others who might be interested in learning to make their own WordPress website as well.





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