> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.hostinger.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.hostinger.com/wordpress/overview.md).

# WordPress Overview

One-click installs, managed updates, caching out of the box, and WordPress-specific tools in hPanel.

## Install WordPress

One click during website creation, or any time from your website dashboard. See [Installing WordPress](/wordpress/installing.md).

## Access the WordPress admin

```
https://yourdomain.com/wp-admin
```

Or open your website dashboard in hPanel and click **WordPress** or **Admin panel**.

## WordPress-specific tools in hPanel

| Feature                                              | What it does                                                                  |
| ---------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| [Security](/wordpress/security.md)                   | Smart auto-updates, update log, plugin/theme update states, PHP compatibility |
| [Staging](/wordpress/staging.md)                     | Isolated copy of the site to test changes before pushing live                 |
| [Copy Website](/wordpress/copy-website.md)           | Duplicate a site into a new hosting slot or another domain                    |
| [Presets](/wordpress/presets.md)                     | Auto-install your saved choice of plugins and templates on new sites          |
| [AI Troubleshooter](/wordpress/ai-troubleshooter.md) | One-click AI diagnosis and fixes for website performance issues               |
| [Plugins](/wordpress/plugins.md)                     | Install, update, and manage plugins from hPanel                               |
| [Themes](/wordpress/themes.md)                       | Install and manage themes                                                     |

## Performance

* **LiteSpeed** — toggle on the WordPress dashboard, with its own **LiteSpeed Settings** page. Page cache, browser cache, image optimization.
* **Object Cache** — separate toggle for database-query caching; requires LiteSpeed to be enabled first. Included on eligible plans.
* **Server-side cache** — cached pages served without executing PHP. See [Cache](/websites/cache.md).
* **CDN** — static assets served globally. See [CDN](/websites/cdn.md).
* **PageSpeed** — measure Core Web Vitals and act on recommendations. See [PageSpeed](/websites/pagespeed.md).

## Maintenance mode

The WordPress dashboard has a **Maintenance mode** toggle — visitors can't access the site while it's on. Use it during risky changes when you don't want half-finished work public.

## Security at a glance

* **SSL** — enable HTTPS for every site. See [SSL Certificates](/websites/ssl.md).
* **Malware scanning** — automatic file-level detection on your hosting. See [Malware Scanner](/websites/malware-scanner.md).
* **WordPress Security** — smart auto-updates and update visibility for core, plugins, and themes. See [Security](/wordpress/security.md).

## FAQ

<details>

<summary>How do I install WordPress on Hostinger?</summary>

Choose WordPress during website creation for a one-click install, or install it any time from your website dashboard in hPanel. See [Installing WordPress](/wordpress/installing.md).

</details>

<details>

<summary>How do I log in to my WordPress admin panel?</summary>

Go to `https://yourdomain.com/wp-admin`, or open your website dashboard in hPanel and click **WordPress** → **Admin panel** to log in without a password.

</details>

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<summary>Does Hostinger update WordPress automatically?</summary>

Yes. The Security tool applies smart auto-updates to WordPress core, plugins, and themes, and keeps an update log so you can see what changed. See [Security](/wordpress/security.md).

</details>

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<summary>Can I test changes before pushing them to my live site?</summary>

Yes. Staging creates an isolated copy of your site where you can test updates, plugins, and design changes, then push to live when ready. See [Staging](/wordpress/staging.md).

</details>

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<summary>How do I make my WordPress site faster on Hostinger?</summary>

Enable LiteSpeed caching and Object Cache from the WordPress dashboard, turn on the CDN, and use PageSpeed to measure Core Web Vitals and apply recommendations.

</details>

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<summary>Is SSL included with WordPress hosting?</summary>

Yes. Every domain and subdomain hosted on Hostinger gets a free lifetime SSL certificate that renews automatically. See [SSL Certificates](/websites/ssl.md).

</details>

## Related guides

* [Installing WordPress](/wordpress/installing.md)
* [Plugins](/wordpress/plugins.md)
* [Themes](/wordpress/themes.md)
* [Security](/wordpress/security.md)
* [Staging](/wordpress/staging.md)

***

*Last updated: July 27, 2026*