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Getting Started with WordPress (Client-Side Setup Guide)

This guide explains how to create, access, and manage WordPress sites in Kyrios, including site creation, user management, backups, cache refresh, and managing multiple WordPress sites under one account.

Updated over 2 months ago

Who This Is For / When to Use

This article is for Kyrios users who:

  • Are creating their first WordPress site

  • Are managing multiple WordPress sites

  • Need to access WordPress admin, users, backups, or settings

  • Want to understand core WordPress hosting features in Kyrios

Create a New WordPress Site

Step 1: Access WordPress Hosting

  1. Go to Sites.

  2. Select WordPress.

  3. Click Create Site (or + Create WordPress).

Step 2: Enter Site and Admin Details

Provide the following information:

  • Website Name

  • WordPress Admin Username

  • WordPress Admin Password

  • WordPress Admin Email

Click Create WordPress Website to continue.

Step 3: Wait for Installation

  • Installation typically takes 10–15 minutes

  • Your site is provisioned automatically

You will see an installation status screen while setup completes.

Access Your WordPress Site

Once installation is complete, you gain access to:

  • WordPress Site URL

  • WordPress Admin (/wp-admin)

  • Domain and subdomain management

  • Import tools and cache controls

User Management

You can manage WordPress users directly from Kyrios.

How to Manage Users

  1. Open your WordPress site.

  2. Click the Users tab.

  3. Add, edit, or remove users and roles.

You can refresh the list or add new users at any time.

Backup and Restore

Kyrios automatically backs up your WordPress site.

Backup Details

  • Backups run daily at 05:00 AM CST

  • Last 3 days of backups are retained

  • Restores can be triggered manually

You can restore any available backup from the dashboard.

Refresh Cache

To apply recent changes immediately:

  1. Scroll to Refresh Cache

  2. Click Update Now

This pushes updates to Kyrios’ high-speed servers.

Advanced Settings

Advanced Settings allow control over:

  • SFTP access

  • Communication settings

  • Environment behavior

These settings affect site behavior. Only modify them if you understand their impact.

Add or Manage Domains

Once your site is ready to go live, you can connect custom domains or subdomains.

  • Manage primary and secondary domains

  • Verify SSL and DNS status

  • Import existing websites

Domain setup is handled from the Domains & Subdomains section.

Import an Existing WordPress Site

You can migrate an existing WordPress site using:

  • All-in-One WP Migration plugin

  • Upload a .wpress file directly in Kyrios

This allows fast migration without manual database work.

Manage Multiple WordPress Sites

Kyrios supports multiple WordPress sites under one account.

How to Switch Between Sites

  1. Go to Sites > WordPress > All Sites

  2. Select a site card

  3. Use Switch Site to jump between installations

This centralizes all WordPress site management.

What You Can Do from the WordPress Dashboard

Kyrios WordPress Hosting includes:

  • One-click WordPress creation

  • Secure managed hosting

  • Site imports and backups

  • User and access management

  • Reliable infrastructure

FAQ

What do I need before creating a WordPress site?

You must have WordPress hosting enabled under Sites before clicking Create WordPress.

How long does site creation take?

Installation usually completes within 10–15 minutes.

Where do I access WordPress admin?

Use the WordPress Admin Access link provided in the site dashboard.

How do I manage users?

Go to Sites > WordPress > Users to add, edit, or remove users.

How often are backups created?

Backups run daily at 05:00 AM CST, with the last 3 days retained.

Can I manually clear cache?

Yes. Use the Refresh Cache option from your WordPress site dashboard.

Is SSL included?

Yes. All connected domains are automatically provisioned with SSL.

Can I manage multiple WordPress sites?

Yes. Kyrios allows multiple WordPress installations under the same account, with easy switching.

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