1. Log into WordPress: #
Use the login details provided in your Client Area to access your WordPress dashboard.
2. Navigate to Users: #
On the left-hand side of the WordPress dashboard, click Users, then select Add New.
3. Create a New Admin User: #
– Fill in the new user details:
– Username: Choose a username.
– Email: Enter your email address.
– Password: Set a strong password.
– Role: Select Administrator from the dropdown.
– Click Add New User to create the new admin account.
4. Log Out and Log In: #
– Log out of WordPress using the current admin Credentials.
– Log back in using the new admin user Credentials you just created.
5. Delete the Original Admin User: #
– Go to Users again and find the original admin user.
– Hover over the original admin and click Delete.
– Reassign the content (if applicable) to the new admin user.
– Confirm the deletion.
6. Complete: #
You now have secured your WordPress installation by replacing the default admin with your own Credentials.
