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How to log in to WordPress admin
Find your WordPress login URL and reset access if needed.
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Quick answer
Find your WordPress login URL and reset access if needed.
- WordPress works best with a clean theme, minimal plugins, and caching enabled.
- Regular updates keep your site secure and compatible with modern browsers.
- Backups before updates prevent small mistakes from becoming big problems.
Key details
Your WordPress admin area is where you edit pages, install plugins, and publish posts.
Most WordPress sites use /wp-admin or /wp-login.php at the end of your domain.
If you forget your password, you can reset it from the login screen in seconds.
Step-by-step
- Go to yourdomain.co.uk/wp-admin.
- Enter the username and password you set during installation.
- Click “Lost your password?” if you cannot sign in.
Quick checklist
- Install LiteSpeed Cache
- Update themes and plugins monthly
- Back up before major changes
- Remove unused themes and plugins
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