How to Install Premium WordPress Themes

Proper theme selection is key to a successful site, whether for an e-commerce site, blog, or personal portfolio. Free themes are a good start in building your dream site. However, Premium WordPress themes go beyond the basics and often stand out for their advanced features, deep customization, and dedicated support.

This article will help you install a premium WordPress theme to enhance your site's design and performance.

• How to Install a Premium Theme from the WordPress Dashboard
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WordPress also offers various free themes that can be installed and activated through the dashboard's theme directory. For more information, please refer to the WordPress - How to Install a New WordPress Theme from the Admin Dashboard article.

How to Install a Premium Theme from the WordPress Dashboard

If you purchased a theme on Bluehost's Marketplace, your theme files ( in most cases) would be installed automatically.

• Method 1: Install a Premium Theme in the WordPress Theme Directory
• Method 2: Install a Premium Theme Manually

Method 1: Install a Premium Theme in the WordPress Theme Directory

1. Log in to your Bluehost Portal.
2. In the left-hand menu, click Websites.
3. Click the WordPress Admin button located next to the website you want to manage.

   
    

4. In the WordPress dashboard, click the Appearance tab and then select Premium Themes.

   
    

5. Search for your preferred premium theme and then click the  Buy Now button.

   

6. Complete the payment transaction by clicking the Buy Now button.

   

7. Once the purchase is complete, Install and then Activate.

Method 2: Install a Premium Theme Manually

Check in WordPress - How to Install a New WordPress Theme from the Admin Dashboard article for instructions on how to install a Premium Theme manually.