This guide covers the essential steps to complete in your first week with Web60 hosting.
1. Access Your WordPress Dashboard
Your website runs on WordPress. The dashboard is where you edit your site's content, add pages, and change settings.
To find your login details, check the welcome email from Web60. It contains your website URL and temporary login information. How to access your WordPress admin dashboard has detailed steps if you need help.
Bookmark your login page - it's usually yourwebsite.com/wp-admin. You'll use this frequently.
2. Update Your Login Password
Change the temporary password Web60 provided. In your WordPress dashboard:
- Click "Users" in the left menu
- Click your username
- Scroll to "New Password" and click "Generate Password"
- Replace the suggested password with your own
- Click "Update Profile"
Choose a password you'll remember but others can't guess.
3. Explore Your Web60 Portal
The Web60 portal is separate from WordPress. This is where you manage your hosting account, backups, and billing.
Log into your Web60 portal using the credentials from your welcome email. Here you can create backups, view your website statistics, and manage your domain settings. Understanding your Web60 portal explains all the available options.
4. Set Up Automatic Backups
Web60 automatically backs up your website, but check that backups are running properly.
In your Web60 portal, go to the "Backups" section. You should see recent backup files listed. If you make major changes to your site, you can create manual backups before editing.
5. Add Your Business Information
Replace placeholder content with your actual business details:
- Edit your homepage with your real business name and description
- Add your contact details, phone number, and address
- Upload your logo if you have one
- Update the "About" page with information about your business
Start with the homepage - this is what visitors see first.
6. Test Your Contact Forms
If your site has contact forms, send yourself a test message. Check both your email inbox and spam folder to make sure messages arrive.
If test emails don't arrive, your contact form may need configuration. Different email providers sometimes block messages from new websites.
7. Check Your Site on Mobile
View your website on your phone. Most visitors use mobile devices, so your site should look good on small screens.
If text is too small or buttons are hard to tap, you may need to adjust your theme settings or choose a different theme.
If you're still stuck after following these steps, contact Web60 support through your portal or reply to your welcome email.
FAQ
Q: I can't find my login details
A: Check your email inbox and spam folder for the Web60 welcome email. If you still can't find it, contact support with your domain name.
Q: My website shows a "coming soon" page
A: This is normal for new sites. Log into your WordPress dashboard and publish your homepage, or contact support to help activate your site.
Q: Can I change my website design completely?
A: Yes, you can install different WordPress themes or hire someone to customize your site. Your hosting plan supports any WordPress theme.
Q: What if I accidentally delete something important?
A: Web60 keeps automatic backups of your site. You can restore your website from a recent backup through your Web60 portal.
Q: My changes aren't showing on the website
A: Clear your browser cache or try viewing your site in private/incognito mode. Sometimes browsers show old versions of pages.
Q: How do I add more pages to my website?
A: In your WordPress dashboard, click "Pages" then "Add New". Write your content and click "Publish" when ready.
Last updated: 1 March 2026