How to Reset WordPress Website in Hostinger
Resetting your WordPress website can be a necessary step when you’re looking to start fresh. Whether you’re dealing with persistent issues, want to clear out old content, or just need a clean slate, knowing how to reset your WordPress website in Hostinger is essential. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the process step-by-step.
Resetting Your WordPress Website via the WordPress Dashboard
If you have access to your WordPress dashboard, resetting your site is straightforward:
- Access the Dashboard:
- Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
- Navigate to Dashboard > Updates.
- Reinstall WordPress:
- You’ll see an option to reinstall the current version of WordPress.
- Click Reinstall Now.
- WordPress will download and reinstall the latest version.
Resetting Your WordPress Website via Hostinger
If you don’t have access to your WordPress dashboard, you can reset your site through your Hostinger account:
- Log in to Hostinger:
- Go to your Hostinger account.
- Click on Websites from the top menu.
- Select the dashboard of the WordPress site you want to reset.
- Delete the Existing Installation:
- From the left-hand menu, click on Install > Auto Installer.
- Next to your website, click the three dots and select Delete.
- Make sure to check all options to delete all files and databases.
- Confirm by clicking Delete.
- Reinstall WordPress:
- Go back to Websites > Auto Installer.
- Choose WordPress and click Select.
- Fill in your new site details:
- Site Title: (e.g., My Blog)
- Email: Your email address
- Username: New admin username
- Password: New admin password
- Choose the latest version of WordPress and select your preferred site language.
- Click Install.
Conclusion
Resetting your WordPress website in Hostinger is a simple process whether you have access to the WordPress dashboard or not. Following these steps ensures you have a clean and updated WordPress installation.
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