ols1clk.sh: Installing WordPress on OpenLiteSpeed

If you’ve ever felt like installing WordPress OpenLiteSpeed on Ubuntu 24.04 is akin to deciphering an alien language, you’re not alone. But today, I’m here to change that perception. Welcome to your ultimate treasure map for setting up WordPress using the magical powers of ols1clk.sh. Yes, that’s right—one click to rule them all! Say goodbye to confusion and hello to a streamlined, effortless installation process. Let’s dive in and make WordPress magic happen!

Why Choose ols1clk.sh?

Before we dive into the nitty-gritty, let’s talk about why the ols1clk.sh script is the hero we deserve:

• Speed: It’s faster than a cheetah on a sugar rush 🐆.
• Efficiency: It handles everything from server setup to WordPress installation.
• User-Friendly: Even your grandma could use it, no kidding!

Ready to make magic happen? Let’s get started!

Prerequisites

Here’s what you’ll need before we set sail:

• A fresh and shiny Ubuntu 24.04 server.
• A user account with sudo privileges.
• A domain name pointed to your server’s IP address.

Preparing the Server

First things first. We need to make sure your server is ready for action.

Update and Upgrade Your System

Fire up your terminal and enter:

apt update && apt upgrade -y

This command ensures your server is fully up-to-date.

Install Necessary Packages

Let’s make sure we have the essentials:

apt install wget curl vim net-tools -y

Summoning the Script

The ols1clk.sh script will be your trusty sidekick for this adventure.

Download and Execute the Script

Navigate to your home directory and download the script:

cd ~
wget https://raw.githubusercontent.com/litespeedtech/ols1clk/master/ols1clk.sh

Give it the right permissions to run:

sudo chmod +x ols1clk.sh

Installing WordPress OpenLiteSpeed

Now, let’s run this bad boy:

./ols1clk.sh \
  --adminuser OLSAdminUser \
  --adminpassword OLSAdminPassword \
  --dbrootpassword MariaDBPassword \
  --wordpressplus yourdomain.tld \
  --wpuser WPAdminUser \
  --wppassword WPAdminPassword \
  --quiet

Watch as the script does its magic. This step will:

1. Install OpenLiteSpeed
2. Install PHP
3. Secure your server
4. Install MySQL
5. Set up WordPress

And just like that, you’ve done it! Your WordPress site is ready to conquer the web.

Setting WordPress OpenLiteSpeed

Once the script finishes running, it’s time to visit your new WordPress site and finalize the installation.

Access OpenLiteSpeed Admin Panel

OpenLiteSpeed’s web admin console listens on port 7080. Head over to:

http://yourdomain.com:7080

Log in with your admin credentials you set during the script run.

Configuring WordPress OpenLiteSpeed

Open your browser and navigate to your domain:

http://yourdomain.com/

# OR

http://yourdomain.com/wp-admin

Log in with your wp admin credentials you set during the script run.

Verify and Secure Your Installation

Check SSL/TLS

If you opted to use SSL during the ols1clk.sh script execution, verify that your website is correctly using HTTPS:

https://yourdomain.com

Secure Your MySQL Installation

Run the MySQL security script to enhance your database’s security:

mysql_secure_installation

Follow the prompts to set strong passwords and remove unnecessary, insecure features.

Tips for a Smooth Blog Experience

Alright, you’ve set up WordPress; now here are a few tips to make the most out of your blogging journey:

1. Keep Plugins to a Min: Only use essential plugins to avoid slowing down your site.
2. Regular Backups: Use plugins like UpdraftPlus to schedule regular backups.
3. Optimize Images: Use tools like ShortPixel to keep your images fast-loading.
4. SEO Optimization: Plugins like Yoast SEO can help make your content more search-engine friendly.
5. Engage Your Audience: Keep your content lively, just as we’ve done in this guide!

Reference

• https://github.com/litespeedtech/ols1clk