There are three main ways to install a plugin in WordPress:

  1. Install from the WordPress Plugin Directory

    • Go to Plugins > Add New in your dashboard.

    • Search for a plugin, then click Install Now and Activate.

  2. Upload a Plugin (.zip file)

    • Download the plugin as a .zip file from a trusted source.

    • Go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin, choose the file, then click Install Now and Activate.

  3. Manual Installation via FTP

    • Unzip the plugin folder.

    • Use an FTP client to upload the folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory on your server.

    • Go to your dashboard and activate the plugin under Plugins > Installed Plugins.

For more help, check out our tutorial: How to Install Plugins in WordPress?

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