Configuring Your WordPress Site
Now that we have created our WordPress server, we can go ahead and configure it.
Step 1: Lightsail dashboard
Click on the big blue button that says your WordPress name. This will open up your server’s dashboard.
Lightsail dashboard
Step 2: Get Username and Password
- Click on the “Retrieve default password”
- Click on “Copy” to copy the shell script
Get username and password
- Click on “Launch Cloudshell”
Launch cloudshell
- Paste the script with CTRL + V into Cloudshell
- Copy the password displayed.
Step 3: Access WordPress dashboard
Click on the “Access WordPress Admin” button, and then on the button that says “Pubic IP address”. You can then login to WordPress to manage your website.
Hosted IP address
How to Host a WordPress Site on Amazon Lightsail?
WordPress has been the most popular CMS (Content Management System) for a long time now. Its user-friendly interface and vast plugin library make it ideal for building websites of all shapes and sizes. But with great power comes the responsibility of finding a reliable and scalable hosting solution.
Amazon Lightsail is a compelling option for those seeking a cost-effective and straightforward way to host their WordPress site. This guide will walk you through the process of setting up your WordPress site on Lightsail, from creating an instance to configuring security measures. Let’s dive in!