How to install Yoast SEO for WordPress
Thank you for choosing Yoast SEO for WordPress for your website! In this article, we’ll explain how to install the Yoast SEO plugin on your WordPress website. If you want to use Composer, we have a separate manual on how to install Yoast plugins using Composer.
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How to install Yoast SEO for WordPress
To install the free Yoast SEO for WordPress plugin on your WordPress site, follow the steps below.
- Log in to your WordPress website
When you log in, you will be in your Dashboard.
- In the Plugins menu, click on Add New Plugin
- Search for Yoast SEO
In the search bar, search for Yoast SEO.
- Click Install Now
In the Yoast SEO card, click Install Now.
- Click Activate
Once the installation has finished, click Activate.
- Congratulations on installing the Yoast SEO plugin!
You can now go and configure the plugin.
How do I use Yoast SEO for WordPress?
Want to start using Yoast SEO for WordPress immediately? Check out the full Yoast SEO configuration guide, or do the free Yoast SEO Academy course on Yoast SEO for WordPress to get the most out of the plugin!
I have an error installing the Yoast SEO plugin
If you run into problems installing the Yoast SEO plugin, please consult our Common installation and update errors help article.
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