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title: Getting Started with HomeRunner Plugin
description: "This guide will help you get started with using the HomeRunner Plugin for WordPress. Follow these steps to begin managing your property rentals effectively. ## Prerequisites[https://github.com/hudsoncreativestudio/homerunner-plugin/blob/main/docs/getting-started.md#prerequisites](https://github.com/hudsoncreativestudio/homerunner-plugin/blob/main/docs/getting-started.md#prerequisites) Before you begin, ensure you have: - A WordPress website (version 5.0 or higher)…"
url: "https://homerunner.io/docs/getting-started-with-homerunner-plugin/"
updated: "2026-10-13"
category: Getting Started
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# Getting Started with HomeRunner Plugin

This guide will help you get started with using the HomeRunner Plugin for WordPress. Follow these steps to begin managing your property rentals effectively.

## Prerequisites[https://github.com/hudsoncreativestudio/homerunner-plugin/blob/main/docs/getting-started.md#prerequisites](https://github.com/hudsoncreativestudio/homerunner-plugin/blob/main/docs/getting-started.md#prerequisites)

Before you begin, ensure you have:

- A WordPress website (version 5.0 or higher)
- HomeRunner Plugin installed and activated
- API key from your [HomeRunner Customer Dashboard](https://dashboard.homerunner.io): log in, click your profile icon in the top-right corner, then choose **Settings**. Your API key is listed there with a copy button.
- Property Management System (PMS) integration configured

## Quick Start Guide[https://github.com/hudsoncreativestudio/homerunner-plugin/blob/main/docs/getting-started.md#quick-start-guide](https://github.com/hudsoncreativestudio/homerunner-plugin/blob/main/docs/getting-started.md#quick-start-guide)

1. **Configure Your Plugin**
   - Navigate to HomeRunner Settings in your WordPress dashboard
   - Enter your API key (copied from your Customer Dashboard under your profile icon > Settings)
   - Configure your PMS integration settings
   - Save your settings
2. **Add Your First Property** Properties are automatically synchronized from your PMS through the HomeRunner API. Once configured:
   - Properties will appear in your WordPress dashboard
   - Images, descriptions, and pricing will be imported automatically
   - Availability calendars will be synchronized
3. **Display Properties** Use any of these methods to showcase your properties:
   - Add the Explorer Block to any page for a filterable property grid
   - Use individual Property Blocks for specific listings
   - Implement shortcodes in your content
   - Add Elementor components if using the Elementor page builder
4. **Set Up Booking System**
   - Add the Booking Component to property pages
   - Configure calendar display settings
   - Set up email notifications
   - Test the booking process
5. **Customize Your Display** Adjust how properties are displayed using:
   - Block editor controls
   - Shortcode parameters
   - Elementor component settings
   - Theme customization options

## Common Tasks[https://github.com/hudsoncreativestudio/homerunner-plugin/blob/main/docs/getting-started.md#common-tasks](https://github.com/hudsoncreativestudio/homerunner-plugin/blob/main/docs/getting-started.md#common-tasks)

### Managing Properties[https://github.com/hudsoncreativestudio/homerunner-plugin/blob/main/docs/getting-started.md#managing-properties](https://github.com/hudsoncreativestudio/homerunner-plugin/blob/main/docs/getting-started.md#managing-properties)

- View all properties in WordPress dashboard
- Monitor property availability
- Update pricing and rules
- Manage property photos and details

### Handling Bookings

- Review incoming bookings
- Process payments
- Manage guest communications
- Handle cancellations

### User Management[https://github.com/hudsoncreativestudio/homerunner-plugin/blob/main/docs/getting-started.md#user-management](https://github.com/hudsoncreativestudio/homerunner-plugin/blob/main/docs/getting-started.md#user-management)

- Set up user registration
- Configure user roles
- Manage user dashboards
- Handle user reviews