WordPress hosting? + installing WordPress

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Hi guys,

I wanted to start a blog in WordPress and I bought a domain name on their website. I chose the ".com" ($18) instead of the ".wordpress.com"

The problem is that I don't know if the hosting was included in the $18 I spent. I checked the settings and they didn't mention anything about hosting. When I type my site's name in the address bar, I can view my blog.

My other issue is about installing WordPress 3.4. There is no folder with "install" in it, I watched several videos on Youtube (older versions) but it didn't help me.

Could you guys also suggest me some e-books on wordpress (themes, put banner, plugins etc) ?

Sorry if those questions have already been asked before but I didn't find the answers yet. That's why I am posting it now because I've been looking for the answers since a week. (maybe I was not looking at the right place..)

Thanks!
#website design #hosting #installing #wordpress
  • Looks to me like everything is already set up and ready to rock and roll at wordpress.com nothing to install pick one of their themes or upload one of yours.
  • There are a ton of resources out there. You just have to find some that provide basic info and follow along. These might be useful to you:

    The very basics:
    Learn WordPress.com

    A list of interesting tutorials for learning advanced stuff:
    Top 50 Wordpress Tutorials | Nettuts+

    Just Google "Beginners wordpress tutorials" and you should find what you need. Best of luck.
  • I hope this Youtube video will work for you WordPress Video Tutorial - How to Install WordPress Manually Using FTP - YouTube WordPress is really is thing to install and setup on hosting... just google it ... You'll find it very much easy for you.
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  • When you are on your dashboard, there should be writing in little blue letters at the top, center that read "WordPress 3.4 is available" "Please update now". Unless it's already updated.

    Post a link to your blog and I'll see if I can help you.
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    • Hi,

      Thank you for your help

      My blog is www(dot)xclueme(dot)com

      ( sorry I cannot post links yet...)
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  • Easiest way is to switch to a host with cPanel (I use and recommend Hostgator). From the cPanel, just launch Fantastico and let it install Wordpress. Piece of cake.
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    • I have to wait 2 months before switching
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  • Looks fine to me too. You're ready to go. Good luck to you. I wish you great success.
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  • We can help you with hosting and Wordpress installation. Send me an email and I will help you!
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  • You are using WordPress.com with a custom domain, which is offered as a PREMIUM FEATURE. It is more or less the same as a FREE WordPress blog, except the domain part. You have limited options to manage the blog as it is hosted and controlled by WordPress.com.

    If you need more control, you need to have your own Web Hosting (which costs $30 if you follow a simple trick on WebHostingRock.com). You will be able to install the latest version of WordPress and plug-ins on your self-hosted blog.

    FROM WORDPRESS.COM
    Register a New*Domain — Support — WordPress.com
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  • Hey, just asking, why did you bought a domain name from wordpress and not other cheaper service?
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    • It was too late when I knew it.
  • Well at least I know one thing now. Never buy a domain name on Wordpress.
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  • Most registrar charge $10 for a full year (domain name only) hosting now days is dirt cheap, you can gte it for $1 a month go to hostgator
  • can teach you everything via Team viewer PM me
  • Here are a few other links you can check out:

    - Premium WordPress Themes & Plugins - WPMU DEV - has great overall WP info
    - There is a Theme For That | - find the theme you're looking for
    - A WordPress Website dedicated to WordPress training, tutorials, and WordPress videos | Wptuts+ - pretty much every thing you could ever think about doing on WP shows up here sooner or later
  • Have written articles, videos, recommendations, tips on saving more on every single subject from selecting your domain name to installing a premium wordpress theme like Thesis on my site.

    All is FREE, not even need to opt-in to check out the content.

    And also a LOT better than many paid programs, just my two cents!

    Sergio
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    I used last one because I bought it for one year...tool for installing wordpress works great there...and they also have 24/7 support that you can contact through chat
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