The easiest way to install a WordPress Plugin is through the built-in installer on your site’s backend. This isn’t always an option. Unless it’s right there, you may need to go through FTP publishing to get your plugin published to the correct area. If you have an independent blog, or “WordPress.org,” blog, here is a tip.
First, when you locate the desired plugin, download it to your desktop or another folder that’s easy to find. If it’s zipped, open it up just to make sure there aren’t further installation instructions in the “Read Me,” file. If there are, follow them. Once it’s ready to go on your site:
- In your WordPress Dashboard, go to “Plugins.”
- Click on “Add New.”
- Select “Upload” in the fine print at the top.
- Click “Browse,” to open your computer and find the downloaded plugin.
- Select, “Install Now,” to begin the process.
This is far easier than going the FTP route to get a plugin onto your site.








