Checking and setting up WordPress after a one-click installation

While installing WordPress with a single click through the Pagoda Panel is convenient, not everything is done once the installation is complete. There are a number of checks and basic settings that need to be made to ensure that your site is secure, functional and meets your needs. This section will take you through these key steps, laying a good foundation for the rest of the site.

First, the basic function check: to ensure that the site can operate normally

1. Visit the front page and confirm that it is displayed correctly

1. Open your browser and enter your website domain name (or server IP).
2. Check that the WordPress default home page (usually a page with a sample post) is displayed properly.
3. Click on the links in the page (e.g., sample articles, classifieds) and make sure that the jump is normal and there are no 404 errors.If a white screen or error message appears:
   • Check if the site status is "Running" in the Pagoda panel
   • Verify PHP version compatibility (7.4+ recommended)
   • Check the error messages in Pagoda's "Site" → "Logs" to troubleshoot the problem.

2. Log in to the back office and validate administrative functions

1. Access the backend address (format:域名/wp-admin), log in using the account password recorded during the one-click installation.
2. After logging in, click "Articles", "Media", "Pages", "Appearance", etc. on the left menu to confirm that each function module can be opened normally.
3. Try to publish a test article (title at will, content simply filled in), click "Publish" to see if the frontend can display it properly.If login fails:
   • Verify the account password (case sensitive)
   • Reset via the "Forgot Password" function (make sure that the server can send email, or change it via the database, refer to section 28.1)

3. Checking the status of database connections

1. Click "Tools" → "Site Health" on the left side of the backend.
2. Switch to the "Status" tab to see if there are any error messages related to "Database Connection".
3. If it shows "Database connection is normal", it means the database association is correct; if there is an error, you need to check whether the database in the Pagoda is running normally.

II. Security settings: reducing the risk of attack

1. Change administrator user name (important!)

The default username for one-click installs isadmin, which is a common target for hacking, must be modified:

1. Click "Users" → "Add New User" on the left side of the backend.
2. Fill in a new username (avoid usingadminCommon names such asmyblogadmin）。
3. Fill in your usual email address and select "Administrator" for the role.
4. Click "Add User" and log in with your new account.
5. Log in and delete the originaladminUsers (click "Users" → Findadmin(→ "Delete").

2. Reset administrator passwords (enhanced security)

1. Click on your avatar in the top right corner of the backend → 'Edit Profile'.
2. Scroll to the 'New Password' area and click 'Generate Password'.
3. Choose a password with a strength of "Strong" (containing upper and lower case letters, numbers and symbols), record it and click "Update Profile".Tip: Passwords should not be duplicated with other platforms and it is recommended to use a password manager (e.g. 1Password, Bitwarden) to save them.

3. Turn off unnecessary default content

1. Delete the default sample article: Click "Articles", find "Hello world!" and "Sample page", check the box and select "Move to Trash".
2. Delete default comments: Click "Comments" to delete all sample comments.
3. Clear Media Library: Click "Media" to delete the default sample images.

Third, the basic information settings: let the site more "personalized"

1. Revision of website titles and descriptions

1. Click "Settings" → "General" on the left side of the background.
2. Fill in your website name (e.g. "Travel Diary") in the "Site Title" field.
3. Fill in the description of your website (e.g. "Sharing stories of your world travels") in the "Subtitle" field, which will affect the search engine's understanding of your website.
4. Confirm that the "e-mail address" is correct (for receiving website notifications).
5. Click "Save Changes".

2. Setting the time zone and language

1. On the "Settings" > "General" screen, scroll down to "Time Zone".
2. Select "Shanghai" (Asia/Shanghai) as the time zone (make sure the article is published at the correct time).
3. Confirm the "Site Language" is "Simplified Chinese", if not, change it and save it.

3. Configure fixed links (affects SEO and aesthetics)

1. Click "Settings" → "Fixed Links".
2. It is recommended to choose the "Post name" format, the URL will be displayed as域名/文章标题The first is a beautiful and SEO-friendly design.
3. Click "Save Changes", at this point Pagoda will automatically configure the pseudo-static rules.If you visit the article after saving it you get a 404 error:
   • Enter the Pagoda panel, find the corresponding website → "Settings" → "Pseudo-static".
   • Confirm that the "WordPress" rule has been selected, if not, manually select it and save it.

IV. Supplementary server-side settings (operated from the Pagoda panel)

1. Enable HTTPS (add SSL certificate)

1. Log in to the Pagoda Panel and go to "Sites" → Find your site → Click "SSL".
2. Select "Let's Encrypt", check the domain name, and click "Apply" (free certificate, valid for 3 months, Pagoda will renew it automatically).
3. After the application is successful, check "Force HTTPS" and click "Save".Role: To allow the site address to be transferred from thehttp://change intohttps://This is a great way to improve security and benefit SEO at the same time.

2. Setting directory permissions (to prevent permission errors)

1. In the Pagoda "Sites" list, click "More" → "Permissions" on the right side of the site.
2. Verify that the directory permissions are755The file permissions are644The owner iswww。
3. Click Apply to make sure the settings take effect.

3. Install the necessary PHP extensions

1. Go to the Pagoda "Software Store" and find the installed version of PHP → Click "Settings".
2. Switch to the "Install Extensions" tab and make sure it's installed!fileinfo、gd、exif、opcacheand other extensions.
3. For uninstalled extensions click "Install" and restart PHP when finished.

Checklist: make sure all settings are complete

After completing the above steps, check them against the following list:

•  Frontend and backend of the site are accessible
•  Administrator username changed (notadmin）
•  Password has been reset to strong
•  Default posts, pages and comments removed
•  Website title and description have been changed
•  Time zone set to Shanghai, language in Simplified Chinese
•  Fixed links have been set to the "Article Name" format
•  HTTPS Enabled and Force Jump
•  Directory permissions are set correctly

Once all the boxes are checked, your WordPress site has completed the basic configuration, and you can start the next steps of theme installation, content creation, etc.

the next step

After completing the basic check and setup, it is recommended that you continue with the study of theGetting to Know the WordPress Backend", in-depth understanding of the role of each functional module, in order to prepare for the subsequent construction of the site.