How to install the downloaded plugins?

Once you’ve downloaded your plugin ZIP file, installing it on your WordPress site is a straightforward process. Follow this step-by-step guide to get your plugin up and running quickly.

Installation Steps

• Step 1: Access Plugin Upload
  • Log into your WordPress admin dashboard
  • Navigate to Plugins → Add New
  • Click the Upload Plugin button at the top of the page
• Step 2: Upload Your Plugin
  • Click Choose File and select your downloaded plugin ZIP file
  • Make sure you’re selecting the ZIP file (not an extracted folder)
  • Click Install Now
  • Wait for the upload and installation to complete
• Step 3: Activate Your Plugin
  • Once installation finishes, click Activate Plugin
  • You’ll see a success message confirming activation
  • The plugin will now appear in your Plugins → Installed Plugins list

Alternative: Manual Installation via FTP

If you encounter upload limits or prefer manual control:

• Step 1: Extract and Upload
  • Extract the ZIP file on your computer
  • Connect to your site using an FTP client
  • Navigate to /wp-content/plugins/ directory
  • Upload the extracted plugin folder to this location
• Step 2: Activate in WordPress
  • Go to Plugins → Installed Plugins in your WordPress admin
  • Find your newly uploaded plugin in the list
  • Click Activate to enable the plugin