--- title: 'WordPress tutorial for beginners: step by step to your own website' url: 'https://www.peaknetworks.com/about-us/blog/wordpress-tutorial-for-beginners' markdown: 'https://www.peaknetworks.com/about-us/blog/wordpress-tutorial-for-beginners.md' lang: en date: '2023-01-27' description: "You want to start with your own WordPress website? In this tutorial we will show you all the steps to start designing your own WordPress website or your own WooCommerce online store. Don't worry, if you're not a WordPress pro yet, you will be one by the end of the WordPress tutorial at the latest. …" --- ![](https://www.peaknetworks.com/user/pages/10.about-us/06.blog/05.wordpress-tutorial-for-beginners/wordpress-logo-smartphone-laptop.webp) # WordPress tutorial for beginners: step by step to your own website 1674810600 You want to start with **your own WordPress website**? In this tutorial we will show you **all the steps to start designing your own WordPress website** or your own **WooCommerce online store**. Don't worry, if you're not a **WordPress pro** yet, you will be one by the end of the **WordPress tutorial** at the latest. So, let's get started and take you to the next level in WordPress skills, whether you want to create an online store, a travel blog or just an online presence for your cat. ## Domain and hosting: First steps to your own online presence The **first step** to creating your own WordPress website is **buying a domain and hosting**. A domain is the **address** where your website will be found on the internet. There are many **web hosts** where you can buy a domain. If you want to use WordPress, you should ideally use a **specialized WordPress hosting provider** such as us at [peaknetworks](https://wpcms.peaknetworks.net/). Hosting providers specialized in WordPress offer you a **web space** designed for the **use of WordPress CMS**. And they offer you **additional features** like automatic updates and secure data storage. Web hosting provides the **storage space** you need on a **web server**. The speed is largely determined by the **speed** of the servers and storage used. Advanced hosters have been using only **SSD** and **NVME** for super-fast hosting for quite some time. Hard disks are used for archives and backups. Which **web hosting package** is ideal for your website depends on your **requirements**. Most hosting providers have suitable WordPress web hosting packages for any situation and website size. Through the user-friendly peaknetworks Control Panel, hosting is managed in a very simple and clear way. ## WordPress installation : From zero to online hero in just a few clicks. Once you've bought your domain and hosting, you can install WordPress. Most hosting providers have a special WordPress installer that will get the installation done in a matter of minutes. If you're unsure how to do it, you should contact the hosting provider's support. ### Requirements: For a successful installation, a few requirements, in addition to your domain, are necessary. **FTP access** and a current **PHP version**, version 8.1 or higher is recommended, **HTTPS support** and a current **MySQL or MariaDB** version. Older versions are supported, but problems will occur from time to time as these versions are no longer maintained and thus pose potential security risks to your website. ### Access your server with FTP access **FTP access** is responsible for **transferring files from the client to the server** and giving you access to the file system of the web server. For example, you can install the **free FTP client [FileZilla](https://filezilla-project.org/)**. This allows you to **easily access your server** and manage the file structure of your web server. ### Accessing your MySQL database A MySQL server can process large amounts of data quickly and is used to **store content** for websites and applications. Since your **database** is stored on the web server, you will need to access it through your respective provider. WordPress and your database are tightly linked. The access data for your database are stored in the **wp-config.php file**, these are automatically created for you during the WordPress installation. ## Variant 1: Pre-installed WordPress hosting On request, more and more web hosts offer **pre-installed apps** like **[WordPress](https://www.peaknetworks.net/wordpress/wordpress-hosting/)**, WordPress with **[WooCommerce](https://www.peaknetworks.net/wordpress/woocommerce-hosting/)**, Shopware, [NextCloud](https://www.peaknetworks.net/server-cloud/nextcloud-hosting/), [DokuWiki](https://www.peaknetworks.net/hosting/dokuwiki-hosting/) or even different CMS like Joomla or Typo3. In addition, specialized WordPress hosters still offer so-called **[managed WordPress hosting](https://www.peaknetworks.net/wordpress/managed-wordpress-hosting/)**. This is a specialized type of hosting that is specifically designed for WordPress websites. It offers a number of **advantages** over traditional hosting options, including: - Automated updates - Optimized performance - Specialized security features - Advanced support - Ease of use Managed WordPress hosting is beneficial for any user who wants to focus on the content of the website. The management, updates -and theme updates are taken care of by the respective provider. ## Variant 2: Own installation on web server Alternatively, there is also the possibility to install **WordPress manually** by downloading the **installation** from the official WordPress.org website and performing the necessary steps on the server. This process can **take some time** and requires you to have some **basic knowledge** about FTP and databases. Here are the **basic steps** to install WordPress manually: - Download the latest version of WordPress from the **[WordPress.org website](https://wordpress.org/).** - Unzip the downloaded zip file on your computer. - Copy all the folders and files inside it to the root directory. ![](https://www.peaknetworks.com/user/pages/10.about-us/06.blog/05.wordpress-tutorial-for-beginners/Filezilla-Screenshot.webp) - After the successful transfer you can open your browser and call your domain. To do this, enter your domain in the address bar, followed by "/wp-admin". (Example: [www.meinedomain.de/wp-admin](http://www.meinedomain.de/wp-admin)) - You will be asked to fill in some information about your website. Be sure to save your login information for your database in a safe place, ideally in a password manager. - You can then log in to your new WordPress admin interface with your username and password and start designing and managing your website. ![](https://www.peaknetworks.com/user/pages/10.about-us/06.blog/05.wordpress-tutorial-for-beginners/Wordpress-Backend-Screenshot.webp) Overall, manual installation of WordPress is a good way to have **more control over the installation** and increase flexibility. However, it requires a **technical know-how** and **more time** compared to the simple one-click installation method. It is important to **follow the instructions carefully** to ensure that the installation is successful. However, if you have any problems, peaknetworks.net's **support team** is always available to help you. ![](https://www.peaknetworks.com/user/pages/10.about-us/06.blog/05.wordpress-tutorial-for-beginners/peaknetworks-manages-wordpress-hosting-panel.webp) ## At a glance ### Manual installation on your own web server: - requires **technical know-how** and knowledge of server administration - offers full **control and flexibility** in configuring and maintaining the website - can be **cheaper** if you have a favorable hosting plan and own domain ### Managed WordPress Hosting: - Is **easier** to manage and requires less technical know-how - usually offers **automated updates and backups** - Is often a bit **more expensive** than having your own server, but there may be cheaper deals available as well Regardless of whether you are a **private customer** or a **company**, a **fast and secure connection** to the servers you use boosts **performance** for websites and services. Professional hosting providers like peaknetworks offer you everything from **shared hosting** with low-cost solutions for small and medium-sized websites, to cutting-edge **server and cloud infrastructure** for **e-commerce and web store hosting**. For **starters**, the inexpensive **[Hosting Small package](https://www.peaknetworks.net/hosting/webhosting/)** is usually sufficient. As user numbers increase, we enable you to **quickly and easily scale** up to larger packages. ## Conclusion If you have the **technical knowledge** and have the **time** and resources to manage your website yourself, a **manual installation** on your own web server may make sense. However, if you don't have the time or knowledge, **hosting** that comes with **WordPress pre-installed** may be a **better choice**. 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