Reinstalling WordPress core files using the cPanel WordPress Manager
Step 1: Log in to cPanel
- Access your cPanel account. The URL will be
https://yourdomain.com/cpaneland Enter your cPanel username and password. - If your site hosted under our shared server you can login from our Client Area by refer here: https://help.serverfreak.com/en/article/how-to-login-to-cpanel-from-client-area-1piug5r/
Step 2: Locate WordPress Manager / WP Toolkit
Inside cPanel, look for the "WordPress Manager" it can be found in the "SOFTWARE" or "APPLICATIONS" section.
Step 3: Select Your WordPress Installation
- Clicking on the icon will take you to a dashboard that lists all the WordPress installations on your account.
- Find the installation where you need to reinstate the core files. You can identify it by its domain name under the search box too.
Step 4: Initiate the Update/Reinstall Process
The beauty of this tool is that reinstalling core files is done through the "Check Wordpress Intergrity" function. When you update WordPress, it automatically replaces all core files with fresh, clean versions without touching your content.
Step 5: Confirm the Action
- A confirmation pop-up window will usually appear, warning you that the WordPress core will be updated.
- It should also reassure you that your themes, plugins, media files, and database will not be affected. This is the key point that makes this method safe.
- Click "Reinstall Wordpress core file" to confirm.
Step 6: Wait for the Process to Complete
The tool will now automatically download the latest WordPress core files and replace the existing ones. You will see a progress indicator or a success message once it's done.
You're done! Your WordPress core files have been reinstalled.
Updated on: 30/08/2025
Thank you!