How to Reinstall WordPress in Hostinger

Welcome to Ben’s Experience! In this guide, I will show you how to reinstall WordPress on Hostinger. Whether you’re troubleshooting issues or simply starting fresh, reinstalling WordPress can be a straightforward process when you follow the right steps. Let’s dive in!

Reinstalling WordPress from the WordPress Dashboard

The first method to reinstall WordPress is through the WordPress dashboard:

1. Log in to Your Dashboard:
   • Go to your website’s login page by typing yourwebsite.com/wp-login.
   • Enter your username and password to access the WordPress dashboard.
2. Navigate to Updates:
   • Once logged in, find the “Updates” section under the dashboard.
   • Here, you’ll see an option to “Reinstall Now” if you already have the latest version of WordPress installed.
   • Click “Reinstall Now” and wait for the process to complete. WordPress will download and reinstall the latest version automatically.

This method is quick and ensures that you have a fresh copy of WordPress installed without affecting your existing content.

Reinstalling WordPress via Hostinger Account

If you need to delete your current WordPress installation before reinstalling, follow these steps:

1. Access Hostinger Account:
   • Log in to your Hostinger account.
   • Navigate to the “Websites” section from the top menu.
   • Click on the “Dashboard” next to your WordPress website.
2. Delete Existing WordPress Installation:
   • From the left side menu, click on “Website” then “Auto Installer”.
   • Find your WordPress installation, click on the three dots next to it, and select “Delete”.
   • Ensure all options to delete files and databases are checked, then confirm the deletion.
3. Reinstall WordPress:
   • Go back to “Website” then “Auto Installer”.
   • Select WordPress and fill in the necessary details:
     • Site Title: Choose a title for your new WordPress site.
     • Email Address: Enter your preferred email.
     • Username and Password: Create a new username and password for the WordPress dashboard.
     • Application Version: Always select the latest version for top security.
     • Site Language: Choose your preferred language.
   • Click “Install” and wait for the installation to complete.

Once the installation is finished, log in to your new WordPress dashboard to start setting up your site.

Conclusion

Reinstalling WordPress on Hostinger can help resolve various issues and provide a fresh start for your website. Whether you choose to reinstall from the WordPress dashboard or via your Hostinger account, these methods are designed to be straightforward and effective.

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