Starting Your WordPress Journey
Want to build your own website or blog but don’t know where to start? You’re in the right place.
This guide will walk you through how to start a WordPress website in 2025, step by step — even if you’re a total beginner.
Whether you want to blog, showcase your portfolio, or start an online store, WordPress + Hostinger is the easiest and most affordable way to make it happen.
Step 1: Choose a Domain Name and Hosting
Before anything else, you need two things:
- Domain Name – your website address (like myawesomeblog.com)
- Web Hosting – where your site’s files are stored
For beginners, I highly recommend Hostinger.
It’s fast, affordable, beginner-friendly, and includes:
- Free domain name
- 1-click WordPress installation
- Free SSL
- 24/7 support
- And automatic backups
Once you sign up with Hostinger, choose the Managed Hosting for WordPress (best value) plan, register your domain, and WordPress will be ready to install in minutes.
Pro Tip: Choose a short, memorable domain name that reflects your niche — it helps your SEO and brand identity.
Step 2: Install WordPress
Hostinger makes WordPress setup incredibly simple.
After logging into your Hostinger dashboard, use the Auto Installer feature and select WordPress.
Then you can access your dashboard via yourdomain.com/wp-admin.
This is where you’ll create pages, posts, and customize your design.
Step 3: Pick a Theme
Your theme controls your site’s design and layout.
To install one:
- Go to Appearance → Themes → Add New
- Search for a free theme like Astra, Kadence, or Blocksy
- Click Install → Activate
Keep it clean and fast-loading — AdSense performs better on simple layouts.
Step 4: Install Essential Plugins
Plugins add features to your site without coding.
Here are five must-have plugins for beginners:
- Rank Math SEO – for Google optimization
- Elementor – drag-and-drop page builder
- WPForms – create contact forms easily
- LiteSpeed Cache – improve website speed (works best with Hostinger!)
- UpdraftPlus – backup your site automatically
Step 5: Create Your Main Pages
Start with the basics:
- Home
- About
- Blog
- Contact
Go to Pages → Add New, and design them with the block editor or Elementor.
Step 6: Customize Your Site
Go to Appearance → Customize to:
- Add your logo
- Change colors and fonts
- Adjust header and footer
Keep your design mobile-friendly and fast — both are important for SEO and AdSense approval.
Step 7: Write and Publish Your First Blog Post
Go to Posts → Add New, add your content, headings, and images, then click Publish.
💡 SEO Tip: Focus on keywords your audience is searching for — like “WordPress for beginners” or “how to make a blog.”
Step 8: Submit to Google Search Console
Before applying for AdSense, submit your site to Google Search Console to help Google index your pages faster.
Step 9: Apply for Google AdSense
Once you have:
- 10–15 quality posts
- An About, Contact, and Privacy Policy page
- Consistent traffic
You’re ready to apply for Google AdSense and start earning!
Starting a WordPress site is easier than ever — especially with Hostinger handling the setup, domain, and speed for you. Follow these steps, keep publishing helpful content, and you’ll be on your way to earning from AdSense and affiliate links in no time.