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# How to Add and Install a WordPress Plugin


|| Note: We shall be using WordFence Security Plugin as an Example for this tutorial


1. First thing first, login to your Wordpress. 

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2. From your Dashboard, click on **Plugins** and then, click on **Add New** button to add a new plugins.

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3. For example, I type "WordFence" in the search box. From the result returned, I just click on the 'Install Now' link to install the plugin of my choice.

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4. The installation of the plugin is now begin. Once the installation has been completed, click on the **Activate** button to activate it. 

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5.  Enter your desired email address to receive security threats warning generated by the WordFence plugin. You may also opt-in to their newsletter (optional) before pressing the **Continue** button. Click **No Thanks** to proceed using the free version of WordFence plugin.

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6.  To double confirm the plugin has been installed, click on **Plugins > Installed Plugins**. You shall see the WordFence Security plugin has been installed and activated successfully.