How to Host WordPress Website on Windows Server

Hello Dev, are you wondering how to host your WordPress website on a Windows server? If so, you’re in the right place! In this article, we’ll give you a comprehensive guide on how to do just that. So, let’s dive right in!

1. Choose the Right Windows Server

The first step to hosting your WordPress website on a Windows server is to choose the right server. You want to choose a server that is capable of running WordPress and has the necessary resources to handle your website’s traffic. Some good options are Windows Server 2016 or 2019.

1.1 System Requirements

Before you start, check if your server meets the system requirements for hosting a WordPress website. You will need:

Requirement	Minimum	Recommended
Processor	1.5 GHz	2 GHz or more
RAM	512 MB	2 GB or more
Hard Disk Space	5 GB	10 GB or more
Operating System	Windows Server 2016 or later	Windows Server 2019 or later

1.2 Getting Started with Windows Server

Once you have chosen your server, it’s time to get started. You can purchase hosting or create your server using Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services. If you’re not sure how to do this, there are plenty of tutorials available online.

1.3 Setting Up the Server

After you have your server ready, you’ll need to configure it. This will involve installing IIS (Internet Information Services) and PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor). Here’s how to do it:

2. Install IIS

2.1 Enable IIS on Windows Server

The first step is to enable IIS on your Windows Server. Here’s how:

2.2 Install PHP

Next, you will need to install PHP on your server. Here’s how:

3. Install MySQL

3.1 Download MySQL

The next step is to download MySQL. Here’s how:

3.2 Install MySQL

Once you have downloaded MySQL, you can install it on your server. Here’s how:

4. Install WordPress

4.1 Download WordPress

The next step is to download WordPress. Here’s how:

4.2 Install WordPress

Once you have downloaded WordPress, you can install it on your server. Here’s how:

5. Configure WordPress

5.1 Accessing WordPress Dashboard

Once WordPress is installed, you can access the dashboard by going to your domain name followed by “/wp-admin”. Here’s how:

5.2 Configuring Settings in WordPress

There are several settings you’ll want to configure in WordPress to make sure it’s set up correctly. Here’s how:

6. Secure Your WordPress Site

6.1 Install SSL Certificate

One of the most important things you can do to secure your WordPress site is to install an SSL certificate. Here’s how:

6.2 Update WordPress Regularly

Another way to secure your WordPress site is to make sure you’re always running the latest version. Here’s how to update WordPress:

7. FAQ

7.1 Can I Host WordPress on Windows Server 2012?

While it’s possible to host WordPress on Windows Server 2012, it’s not recommended. You should choose a server that is at least Windows Server 2016 or later.

7.2 How Do I Check if My Server Meets the System Requirements?

You can check if your server meets the system requirements by going to Control Panel > System and Security > System and looking at the “System type” field. It should say “64-bit Operating System”.

7.3 How Do I Install an SSL Certificate?

You can install an SSL certificate by purchasing one from a certificate authority and then installing it on your server. Here’s how:

That’s it, Dev! You should now be able to successfully host your WordPress website on a Windows server. If you have any questions or run into any issues, don’t hesitate to reach out to customer support.