jeremy-h of Web Development
11/8/2017 - 6:58 PM

WordPress Setup Procedures

Basic steps to follow when starting a new WordPress website

1.	Settings > Reading and check the “Discourage Search Engines Checkbox” and save.
  a.  Ensure https/SSL is set up.
2.	Settings > General and change the “Date Format” to “Custom” and enter “M j, Y” and save.
3.	Settings > Discussions and check all the checkboxes (prevents comment spam)
4.	Settings > Media and uncheck “Organize Uploads by Month” and save.
5.	Settings > Permalinks and select “Post Name” and save.
6.	Appearance > Themes - upload theme file.zip, activate and save (delete all other themes).
7.	Add the credentials in the Theme Options > Update (where is this?)
8.	Plugins - deactivate/uninstall the “Hello Dolly” and “Akismet” plugins.
9.  Create home page and blog page. Then go to Appearanc > Reading and change home page to static.