Prerequisites: Domain, Database and Files
Three prerequisites, then one click or one file edit:
- Prerequisites — a domain added under Domain Setup (auto-creates
domains/yourdomain.com/public_html), and PHP 8.x active on the account. - One-click — the DirectAdmin control panel ships the Softaculous auto-installer on most licenses: Extra Features → Softaculous → WordPress → Install → pick the domain → done in two minutes.
- Manual route — MySQL Management: create a database and user; File Manager: upload and extract the WordPress tarball into public_html; edit wp-config.php with the credentials; run the /wp-admin setup wizard.
- Post-install — permalinks to Post name, timezone Asia/Kolkata, Let's Encrypt SSL from the account's SSL page.
The panel itself is compared in cPanel vs DirectAdmin, and the hosting that includes it on Linux hosting.
Method 1: One-Click Install via Softaculous
Two practical notes on DirectAdmin control panel: it interacts directly with caching and database response, and misconfiguration is the most common cause of 'hosting is slow' tickets. WebJi® support checks it as part of standard migrations.
Method 2: Manual Install (Database plus wp-config)
On Softaculous auto-installer, the honest summary is that defaults matter more than brand names — a well-set budget plan outranks a mis-tuned premium one. WebJi® documents its defaults openly and adjusts them per ticket when workloads need it.
Post-Install Settings: Permalinks, SSL, Theme
How this plays out with MySQL database creation: settings that look cosmetic usually decide page speed and uptime under real traffic. The defaults WebJi® ships are tuned for Indian network conditions, and support can review your setup on request.
Common DirectAdmin WordPress Errors
How this plays out with wp-config.php: settings that look cosmetic usually decide page speed and uptime under real traffic. The defaults WebJi® ships are tuned for Indian network conditions, and support can review your setup on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I install WordPress on DirectAdmin hosting?
One-click — the DirectAdmin control panel ships the Softaculous auto-installer on most licenses: Extra Features → Softaculous → WordPress → Install → pick the domain → done in two minutes.
Does DirectAdmin include Softaculous?
One-click — the DirectAdmin control panel ships the Softaculous auto-installer on most licenses: Extra Features → Softaculous → WordPress → Install → pick the domain → done in two minutes. The question here is: Does DirectAdmin include Softaculous.
How do I create a MySQL database in DirectAdmin?
Manual route — MySQL Management: create a database and user; File Manager: upload and extract the WordPress tarball into public_html; edit wp-config.php with the credentials; run the /wp-admin setup wizard.
Can I install WordPress manually on DirectAdmin?
For “Can I install WordPress manually on DirectAdmin”: One-click — the DirectAdmin control panel ships the Softaculous auto-installer on most licenses: Extra Features → Softaculous → WordPress → Install → pick the domain → done in two minutes.
What settings should I change after installing WordPress?
What settings should I change after installing WordPress refers to the subject of this page, How to Install WordPress on DirectAdmin (Softaculous +. WebJi® has provided this class of service from Jaipur since 2005, with GST invoices and 24/7 email at support@webji.services. Use the sections and the table on this page for the specifics, and open a ticket at https://billing.webji.in/submitticket.php?step=2&deptid=10 if your case does not match the standard row.
Where are WordPress files stored in DirectAdmin?
One-click — the DirectAdmin control panel ships the Softaculous auto-installer on most licenses: Extra Features → Softaculous → WordPress → Install → pick the domain → done in two minutes. The question here is: Where are WordPress files stored in DirectAdmin.
Is WebJi® an Indian company?
Yes. WebJi® is headquartered in Jaipur, Rajasthan and has operated since 2005. Billing, support and governance all run from India.
Do you provide GST invoices?
Every purchase and renewal gets a GST invoice with our GSTIN, and hosting prices are quoted exclusive of 18% GST. Claim input credit as applicable.