Learn how to install a wordpress theme or plugins, in the short video below I show you how to install a theme and plugin via the blog admin area plus via core ftp.

Note: Always check that the blog is working after you install a new plugin or theme, if you run into any problems deactivate or delete the last item uploaded or activated.  Several times I've had people come to me asking for help with the wordpress blank page problem. The home page and admin login page is completely blank.

This is normally caused when a plugin is causing a conflict or not compatible with the current version of wordpress.
If this happens to you, login to your hosting via file manager or ftp, delete or rename the last plugin installed. Check to see if it solved the problem, if it didn't try the another plugin.  When doing this via ftp you can see the date and time the plugin folder was uploaded, this is good if you can't remember what the last plugin uploaded was called.

Have a "How To" video you'd like me to create?

Simply leave a comment and let me know what you'd like and I'll create the video.

Would you like my personal support with Hosting and Wordpress related problems?

Checkout this post: Why I Recommend Hostgator Over Wealthy Affiliate’s Free Hosting

Watch as I add a new add-on domain to my hostgator account, then install Wordpress 2.9.2 using fantastico de luxe. Please note if you've only just signed up with hostgator and want to install wordpress on the main domain simple ignore the first part of the video and go straight to Fantastico.

Have a "How To" video you'd like me to create?

Simply leave a comment and let me know what you'd like and I'll create the video.

Would you like my personal support with Hosting and Wordpress related problems?

Checkout this post: Why I Recommend Hostgator Over Wealthy Affiliate’s Free Hosting

Watch the video below:

As you probably know Wealthy Affiliate provides all members with free website hosting, this is great for people just starting out, but it currently has PHP running in Safe Mode. So if you intend on installing and running Wordpress or anything that uses PHP then this is going to cause a few problems.  Google : "php safe mode on"  for more information on this.

I feel bad pointing this out because Kyle & Carson are both great people and only trying to help build our businesses, I'm sure at some point they will change this because they know how popular and powerful wordpress is for affiliate marketers.

If you've checked out the Wealthy Affiliate hosting forum section, I'm sure you've seen that I help out when member have problems, I've even create many different resources covering the common hosting problems.

I've been using Hostgator for almost 3 years now and highly recommend them because the support, services and price is A+.

As I pointed out in the video I'm not allowed to offer bonuses for signing up via my affiliate link, but if you do sign up via my link I'm going to offer my own personal support.

What type of support can I get from you Craig?

Basically you can email or PM me when ever you want, with any hosting or website creation type questions/problems. Maybe you need a website transferred over, software script installed, help customizing a blog, editing images, hosting/creating videos, what ever it is you can contact me, odds are I'll be able to help, if not I can definitely point you in the right direction.

Hostgator Promo Codes

You have the option of using three promo codes during the checkout when signing up for Hostgator.

1. First month Free – code: 404PAGE
2. $25 OFF – code: SLICKDEALS
3. 20% OFF – code: GBB

Before joining Hostgator I recommend you figure out what's going to save you the most money, sure the first month for FREE sounds great, but if you have the funds to pay for 6 month or 1 years hosting up front then consider using coupon code SLICKDEALS

I created a video giving you a quick peek inside and showing you how it works plus some of the features, it's not the greatest video but should help you understand what Easy Video Player is all about.

I've had several Wealthy Affiliate members PM me asking "Why don't you use WA hosting?", so I decided to create this post and explain why.

Well first  off I've been a member of Wealthy Affiliate since April 2007, back then WA didn't offer free web hosting and had far less tools and features then they do today. Kyle & Carson are both great guys and everything they do/add to WA is designed to help you and I succeed online. Lets face it, one thing we all need sooner than later is web hosting.

Before you read on I want to make one thing clear. WA hosting is perfectly capable of running websites and building your business, all I'm doing is pointing out some of the reasons why I don't use WA hosting.

Reason 1: Already Have A Great Web Host!

Over 2 years ago I switched hosting company and joined Hostgator, I've never had any problems with the service and it cost me approximately $8 US per month. I currently have 26 websites many of them have streaming video that's not allowed on WA hosting.

Reason 2: What If I Leave Wealthy Affiliate?

If I ever left Wealthy Affiliate I'd need to find a new web host and transfer 26 websites over, backup all databases, change all DNS setting. I'm guessing to switch all 26 sites over it would take me a full day 8+ hours.

Note: I'll never leave WA unless I get kicked out   K&C pay me far more than I pay them every month, so if your a WA member start driving traffic to WA.

Reason 3: Far Less Features Than Hostgator & No Cpanel

Wealthy Affiliate hosting has far less features and options available, they also use Plesk and not Cpanel, my personal opinion is Cpanel is much better and user friendly. With Hostgator I can view my website stats via 3 different scripts in the Cpanel, you can instantly update stats unlike WA that only updates once per day.

Reason 4: Support – If I Need Help I Want It Now Not Later!

Support, now I rarely need any support but that's because I have more experience in this area, if I used Wealthy Affiliate hosting and require support, my option are either contact Kyle & Carson then wait for a response or search/post a message in the forum.

With Hostgator I have access to support within minutes as seen in the video below:

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Reason 5: Shared IP & Server Load

Currently ever single website using WA hosting is sharing the same IP address 74.53.174.242 and more than likely using the same server, meaning if some websites hosted on WA hosting all of a sudden received huge amounts of traffic, it's going to affect all other websites speed/load time. It's also possible that the IP 74.53.174.242 could get blacklisted if someone created adult or spam type website.

My current plan with Hostgator also uses a shared IP, but I'm pretty sure it's shared with far less people. I also have the option purchase a Dedicated IP for $2per month or just upgraded to a business plan.

Reason 6: Wordpress – Easier To Install & Run With Hostgator!

Wordpress, I'm a big fan of WP but setting up and using WP on Wealthy Affiliate hosting isn't an easy task, WP admin area features don't work unless you create some security holes. The One-Click WP installation installs version 2.0 so that's no good.

With Hostgator I can install WP 2.8.6 using Fantastico within about 20 seconds, login to my blog and upgraded to the latest version with 2 clicks.

Reason 7: Need More Reasons?

If you need more reasons then I can give you more, but I'm guessing you see my point. Wealthy Affiliate free hosting is fine to get you going especially if you haven't started making sales. Once you start making sales then I strongly consider getting a different web host.

How Much Does Hostgator Cost?

Hostgator always has a 20% OFF coupon code located on the homepage, as seen in the image on the right:

20% OFF is the maximum coupon code you will find, apart from on "Black Friday" as they have a special on that day.

You can also use any of the follow coupon codes to receive discounts

• SLICKDEALS = $25 OFF Order
• 404PAGE = First month for $0.01
• GBB = 20% OFF Order

Use the coupon codes wisely, if you intent on paying for 6 or 12 months hosting then calculate what coupon code will save you the most.

I use the Baby Hosting Plan that would cost $9.95 if you paid monthly and didn't apply any coupon codes, but let me show you how much cheaper you could get the same plan for:

• 6-Months = $59.70  with 20% OFF  = $47.76  Or $25OFF = $34.70
• 1 Year = $119.40  with 20% OFF  = $95.52 Or $25OFF = $94.40
• 2 Years = $214.80 with 20% OFF = $171.84  

Do You Offer A Bonus If I Sign Up For Hostgator?

I'd love to offer bonuses rewarding people that use my affiliate link, but sadly this is against Hostgators Affiliate Terms.

How ever I'm not the type of person that will recommend a product or service and not offer my personal help or support.

So if you decided to use Hostgator I'm going to help you, need to transfer a websites or blogs over from WA hosting or another host? Just let me know and I'll do it for you.

Have question or want to know how to…….? Just contact me and I'll show you how.

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If you have any question or comments in regards to this post please post them below.

It's that time of year again "Black Friday" but living in Canada it's just another Friday  , but I'm planning on looking for some xmas shopping deals online Hostgator who I've been with for almost 3 years and highly recommend are have the biggest deal of the year today: 75% OFF for all new hosting accounts when you use the coupon code: 75off http://thewiseaffiliate.com/hostgator. Now before you click away, lets do some quick calculations here to see how much money you can save: Here are the 3 common packages people take at Hostgator.

1: Hatchling Plan – Ok but you can only host one domain so not recommended. Monthly $8.95  -  1 year $6.95/mo  -  2 year $5.95/mo  -  3 year $4.95/mo 2: Baby Plan – It what I currently use to host all my  websites A+ Monthly $9.95  -  1 year $9.95/mo  -  2 year $8.95/mo  -  3 year $7.95/mo 3: Business Plan – Probably my next move/upgrade Monthly $14.95  -  1 year $14.95/mo  -  2 year $13.95/mo  -  3 year $12.95/mo

Now lets see what kind of a deal 75% OFF can get you.

1: Hatchling Plan – 1 year $83.40 but with 75% OFF =  $20.85 for 1 years hosting 2 year $142.80 but with 75% OFF = $35.70 for 2 years hosting 3 year $178.20 but with 75% OFF = $44.55 for 3 years hosting 2: Baby Plan – 1 year $119.40  but with  75% OFF = $29.85 for 1 years hosting 2 year $214.80  but with 75% OFF = $53.70 for 2 years hosting 3 year $286.20  but with  75% OFF = $71.55 for 3 years hosting 3: Business Plan – 1 year $179.40 but with 75% OFF = $44.85 for 1 years hosting 2 year $334.80 but with 75% OFF = $83.70 for 2 years hosting 3 year $466.20 but with 75% OFF = $111.55 for 3 years hosting

Sound like a good deal? Anyone wanting to sign up via my affiliate link can do so here http://thewiseaffiliate.com/hostgator —– How to get the 75% OFF. Step 1: Visit Hostgator Step 2: Step 3: Step 4: Step 5: Step 6: Craig

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Download These Preformatted Wordpress Sales Page Themes & Have Them Running On Your Site, Within 5 Minutes Flat!

Now I had intended on writing a big post about using these Wordpress Sale Page Themes, but figure a video tutorial would explain better. This video is included in the download if you wish to use these themes.

Here are just a few screenshots of the wordpress Sales Page themes:

So how can you download these WP Sales Page themes for free? Well it's simple, in the top right corner you can opt-in to my personal mailing list. Enter first name and email then hit Submit. Once you confirm your email address you'll receive a welcome email containing a special link plus a password to a download page. Already know the password? Click Here To Access The Goodies Page Have any question or need help, post a comment below. Craig

In this video I show you how to upload your site via coreftp.

It’s not the best video as I’m heading out and was rushing when recording the video, but hopefully it should help.

Plus I wanted to see if the new video player would work on my blog