How to Install a Theme in WordPress

August 1, 2025
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Installing a theme in WordPress is simple and user-friendly.
Go to Appearance → Themes in your WordPress dashboard.
Click “Add New” to browse or search for a free theme.
To upload a premium theme, click “Upload Theme” and choose the .zip file.
Click Install and then Activate to apply the theme to your site.

Method 1: Install a Free Theme from WordPress Directory

  1. Login to WordPress Dashboard
    → yourdomain.com/wp-admin

  2. Navigate to Appearance → Themes
    → Click on “Add New” button at the top.

  3. Browse or Search Theme
    → Use the search bar to find a theme (e.g., “Astra”, “Neve”, “OceanWP”).

  4. Click Install → Activate
    → Click Install, then Activate once the installation finishes.

Method 2: Upload a Premium/Custom Theme (.zip file)

  1. Go to Appearance → Themes → Add New
    → Click on the “Upload Theme” button at the top.

  2. Choose File (.zip)
    → Select the .zip file of your theme (e.g., my-theme.zip).

  3. Click Install Now → Activate

After Theme Activation:

  • Go to Appearance → Customize to personalize your theme.
  • Install required plugins (some themes suggest it after activation).
  • Import demo content if provided.