How to Log in to the WordPress Admin Dashboard
To manage your online presence, you should start by logging into the WordPress Admin dashboard. As the digital world continues to evolve, it is important to have easy access to your WordPress site, whether you're a blogger, small business owner, or part of a larger organization. Bluehost simplifies website management, and with the Account Manager, accessing your WordPress Admin dashboard is a simple process!
This article will guide you in logging into your WordPress Admin dashboard.
- Log in to the WordPress Admin Dashboard via the Account Manager
- Log in to WordPress Admin via the Login URL "/wp-admin"
- Summary
We also created a video to guide you through the steps on logging into WordPress Admin via the Bluehost Account Manager.
Log in to the WordPress Admin Dashboard via the Account Manager
- Log in to your Bluehost Account Manager.
- Click Websites on the left-side menu.
- Look for the website you're working on and click the EDIT SITE button.
You'll be redirected to your WordPress Admin Dashboard in a new tab.
Log in to WordPress Admin via the Login URL "/wp-admin"
This method allows you to directly access your WordPress dashboard using your domain name and login credentials.
Important Note: This method works for most WordPress sites. It won't work if you have changed the login settings from the default, like if a security plugin changed the login URL, or if you moved the wp-admin folder.
By default, you can use the following login URL structure to access the WordPress dashboard:
- siteURL/wp-admin
If your website URL is example.com, enter "www.example.com/wp-admin" in your browser's address bar.
In the WordPress login page, enter your username (or email address) and password, then click Log In to access your WordPress dashboard.
WordPress Installation on a Subdomain or Subdirectory
The structure of your WordPress installation is important for accessing the login page at /wp-admin.
If you installed WordPress on a subdomain, such as blog.example.com, your login URL will be "www.blog.example.com/wp-admin."
If your WordPress installation is in a subdirectory, for example, example.com/myblog with "myblog" as the subfolder, your login URL will be "www.example.com/myblog/wp-admin."
Summary
Whether you are an advanced WordPress user or new to website management, knowing the different methods for logging into WordPress can significantly enhance your efficiency in managing your online platform. It is important to keep your login credentials secure and to be aware of the login URL changes that security plugins might enforce.
By learning how to log in to the WordPress dashboard, you can ensure a smoother, more accessible management experience for your WordPress site. This will allow you to focus more on creating content, engaging with your audience, or growing your business online.
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You may also refer to our Knowledge Base articles to help answer common questions and guide you through various setup, configuration, and troubleshooting steps.