Get Your Website Running with Bluehost

Welcome to Bluehost! This article is designed to help you get your website up and running, whether you are starting from scratch or migrating an existing website. We will guide you through simple ways to access your account, share simple tools such as one-click WordPress installers, and introduce you to our expert design and migration services to make your life easier. And, if you are a little more tech-savvy, we have resources for you, too. At Bluehost, we are here to help you every step of the way to get your website live and looking great.

• Accessing Your Account
• Get Your Website Online
  • Bluehost Website Design Services
  • Migrate an Existing Site
  • One-Click WordPress and CMS Installers
  • Advanced Users: Server Specifications & Developer Tools
• Summary

Accessing Your Account

Before your domain’s DNS is fully propagated, you can access your Bluehost account and hosting features using temporary URLs or your server IP address.

• Temporary URL for Website: http://server-ip/~username/
• cPanel URL (if applicable): http://server-ip/cpanel
• Webmail URL: http://server-ip/webmail

Replace server-ip and username with the correct values found in your Bluehost Portal or hosting dashboard. For detailed instructions, see our guide on How to Use & Change Temporary URL with WordPress.

Get Your Website Online

Depending on your experience and whether you’re starting fresh or migrating, Bluehost offers several options to get your website live fast.

Bluehost Website Design Services

Want a professional website without the hassle? Bluehost offers expert web design services to build you a modern, easy-to-maintain website that highlights your business effectively. Let our professionals handle the details—so you can focus on your goals.

Migrate an Existing Site

If you already have a website, Bluehost makes it easy to migrate your existing site and email accounts. Take advantage of Bluehost’s free migration services (for eligible plans) and ensure a smooth move with minimal downtime.

• Hosting Migration: How To Transfer a Website From One Host To Another
• Migration Services: Website and Email Migration

One-Click WordPress and CMS Installers

With Bluehost’s simplified one-click installers (powered by Mojo Marketplace and Softaculous), installing WordPress or other CMS platforms is quick and straightforward. With hundreds of scripts supported, you can find the perfect application for your website needs.

Start here: How to Install WordPress.

Advanced Users: Server Specifications & Developer Tools

For developers and advanced users, Bluehost provides comprehensive technical specs and server details:

• FTP - General FTP Setting
• Bluehost Software and Program Versions
• How to Create and Manage MySQL Databases and Users
• What is SSH Access and How to Enable It in Your Hosting Account
• How to Set Up a Remote MySQL Database Connection

Summary

Bluehost offers a complete range of services to help you launch your website quickly and easily, whether you are a beginner or an expert. From one-click installations and free migrations for eligible hosting plans to expert web design help and advanced developer resources, Bluehost is dedicated to ensuring that your hosting experience is personalized to meet your needs. Temporary URLs enable you to gain early access to your website while setting up your domain, and migration assistance helps you make a smooth transition.