How to Create a WordPress Website

Here is a simple guide on how to create a WordPress website. Hip Hop Makers uses WordPress.

Creating a website is one of the most affordable ways to promote yourself, music, and your brand to the world.

Special Offer!

By following this tutorial you get a special discount price from Bluehost, a free domain name, access to 24-hour customer support, easy WordPress install, and more.

Plans start as low as $3 per month.

Think about it… that is the price of a cheeseburger. A website is a great investment and can help you earn money.

Plus Bluehost offers a 30 Day Money Back Guarantee if you aren’t happy with their service.

How to Create a WordPress Website

Step 1: Click Here to Get Started

On the landing page click the Get Started Now button.

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Step 2: Select a Plan

I suggest the Plus or Prime option so you can create multiple websites.

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Step 3: Pick a Domain Name or Transfer a Domain

Tips for Picking a Domain Name

1. Keep it simple
2. Keep it short
3. Make it easy to remember
4. Make it easy to spell
5. Avoid hyphens & numbers

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Step 4: Enter Your Personal Information

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Step 5: Edit Plan Details

• Uncheck the boxes to get the lowest price.
• Adjust the number of months you would like to sign up for.

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Step 6: Enter Billing Information.

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Step 7: Change Your Password

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Step 8: Pick a Theme

or click Skip.

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Step 9: Get Started With WordPress

WordPress can be overwhelming to beginners. Bluehost has a number of helpful WordPress videos to help you get started.

WordPress Beginner Videos

• Login & Admin Area
• Creating Pages
• Creating Blog Pages
• Using Plugins
• Customizing Themes
• Menu & Widgets
• Creating & Managing Users
• Marketing Your Website

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Tip: How to Remove the Coming Soon Page

By default your website will show a coming soon page to the public.

1. In WordPress click Bluehost on the sidebar.

2. Click the Launch button.

Your site will now be live.

I hope this article helps those of you looking to create a website.