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Installation
Before installing BuddyPress, please make sure that you』ve checked the minimum server requirements and WordPress version compatibility.
Automated Installation
Download and install WordPress.
Head to your 「Plugins → Add New」 menu in wp-admin. Search and install 『BuddyPress』.
Make sure you have pretty permalinks enabled on your WordPress install.
Activate BuddyPress. You will be redirected to the BuddyPress Welcome screen.
Manual Installation
Download BuddyPress.
Upload the plugin to the wp-content/plugins folder in your WordPress directory online using your favorite FTP program.
Make sure you have pretty permalinks enabled on your WordPress install.
Go to your admin dashboard → Plugins → Installed Plugins
Activate BuddyPress. You will be redirected to the BuddyPress Welcome screen.
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