This guide walks you through the process of installing the Homerunner Plugin on your WordPress website.
Prerequisites #
Before installing, ensure you have:
- An active Homerunner subscription
- Access to your WordPress admin dashboard
- WordPress version 5.0 or higher
Installation Steps #
- Download the Plugin
- Log in to your Homerunner Customer Dashboard
- Navigate to the Downloads section
- Locate the Homerunner Plugin
- Click “Download” to get the ZIP file
- Install via WordPress Dashboard
- Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard
- Go to Plugins > Add New
- Click the “Upload Plugin” button at the top
- Click “Choose File” and select the downloaded ZIP file
- Click “Install Now”
- After installation completes, click “Activate Plugin”
- Alternative Manual Installation
- Upload the plugin ZIP file to your server via FTP
- Extract the ZIP file in the
/wp-content/plugins/
directory - Log in to WordPress admin
- Go to Plugins
- Find “Homerunner Plugin” in the list
- Click “Activate”
Post-Installation #
After installation:
- The Homerunner menu will appear in your WordPress dashboard
- You’ll be prompted to enter your API key
- Follow the Configuration Guide to complete setup
Troubleshooting #
If you encounter issues during installation:
- Ensure your WordPress version is compatible
- Check your server meets the minimum requirements
- Verify you have proper permissions to install plugins
- Contact Homerunner support if issues persist
Updating the Plugin #
- Updates will appear in your WordPress dashboard
- Always backup your site before updating
- Review changelog for any breaking changes
- Update through WordPress plugin manager