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Installation

Installation

WordPress

WordPress requires: PHP 7.4+ (8.x recommended), MySQL 5.7+/MariaDB 10.4+, HTTPS/SSL, and mod_rewrite/try_files. PatHosting Shared Hosting supports all these requirements out of the box.

How to Install: WordPress PatHosting

Auto Installer (easiest): log into control panel → find WordPress/Softaculous → click Install WordPress → fill URL, site name, admin credentials → click Install → access admin at yourdomain.com/wp-admin.

Manual install: download WordPress → upload via FTP to public_html → create MySQL database in control panel → visit yourdomain.com in browser → follow installation wizard.

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Setup: SSL/HTTPS WordPress

Enable HTTPS: activate Let's Encrypt in control panel → wait for SSL (5-10 min) → update WordPress URLs to https:// in Settings → General → install Really Simple SSL plugin for automatic redirect.

WordPress: WordPress PatHosting

WordPress optimization: use PHP 8.x, install caching plugin, optimize database, compress images, enable lazy loading, use Cloudflare CDN (free), and minimize unnecessary plugins.

WordPress: Security WordPress

WordPress security basics: change default admin username, use strong passwords, limit login attempts, keep everything updated, enable 2FA for admin, and disable XML-RPC if not needed.

Setup: Email WordPress

Fix WordPress email deliverability: install WP Mail SMTP plugin → configure with PatHosting's SMTP server (found in control panel) → use @yourdomain.com as sender → test email delivery.

Backup: Backup WordPress PatHosting

Recommended WordPress backup plugins: UpdraftPlus (Google Drive/Dropbox/S3), VaultPress/Jetpack Backup (real-time), BackWPup (free and comprehensive). Schedule daily backups stored outside the server.

Verdict

PatHosting supports WordPress comprehensively — PHP 8.x, MySQL, free SSL, one-click installer, and Thai server for low latency. A solid choice for Thai WordPress sites of all sizes needing local hosting and Thai-language support.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Does PatHosting support WooCommerce?
Yes. WooCommerce requires PHP, MySQL, and SSL, all of which PatHosting Shared Hosting supports.
Is it normal for WordPress to be slow on Shared Hosting?
It depends on traffic and optimization. If you install a cache plugin, use PHP 8.x, and optimize images, WordPress on Shared Hosting should be fast for normal traffic.
Does PatHosting support Elementor, Divi, or page builders?
Yes. Elementor, Divi, and common page builders run on PHP+WordPress, which PatHosting supports.