How to install or update WordPress plugins in cpanel?

Log in to cPanel:

Go to your cPanel login page (typically something like yourdomain.com/cpanel).

Enter your username and password to log in.

To Install a WordPress Plugin:  

Click on WordPress Manager by Softaculous.

1. Log in to your WordPress Admin Dashboard:

Go to your WordPress admin login page (e.g., yourdomain.com/wp-admin).

Enter your username and password to log in.

2. Navigate to the Plugins Section:

On the left sidebar of the WordPress dashboard, hover over or click on Plugins.

From the dropdown, click on Add New.

3. Search for the Plugin:

In the Add Plugins page, you will see a search bar in the top-right corner.

Type the name of the plugin you’re looking for, or browse through featured, popular, or recommended plugins.

4. Install the Plugin:

Once you’ve found the plugin you want, click the Install Now button next to it.

WordPress will automatically download and install the plugin.

5. Activate the Plugin:

After the installation is complete, click Activate to start using the plugin.

To update a WordPress Plugin: 

1. Log in to your WordPress Admin Panel:

Go to your website’s wp-admin (e.g., www.yoursite.com/wp-admin) and log in with your admin credentials.

2. Navigate to Plugins:

In the left-hand menu, click on Plugins > Installed Plugins.

3. Check for Available Updates:

Any plugins with an available update will show an “Update Now” link below the plugin name. You’ll also see a notification at the top of the page if updates are available.

4. Update Plugins:

To update a plugin, simply click on the “Update Now” link next to the plugin that needs updating. The plugin will be updated automatically.

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