How to Install Secure Privacy Plugin on WordPress: Step-by-Step Guide

Introduction to Installing Secure Privacy on WordPress

WordPress is a leading web publishing platform powering over 35% of websites worldwide, including business portals, e-commerce stores, blogs, and portfolios. This guide helps you install the Secure Privacy plugin, ensuring GDPR-compliant consent management on your site. Whether you are new to Secure Privacy or already a user, this guide provides clear steps for installation and activation.

Who Is This Guide For?

• WordPress site administrators and webmasters
• Website owners implementing privacy compliance
• Developers integrating the Secure Privacy plugin
• Marketing and compliance teams managing cookies and consent

Installing Secure Privacy Plugin on WordPress

Scenario 1: During the Onboarding Process (New Users)

1. After activating your email address, select your preferred installation method.
2. Choose WordPress as your installation platform.
3. Follow the steps in the Instructions for Adding Secure Privacy Plugin in WordPress section below.
   
4. Click Test Installation to verify setup.
   
5. Look for a toast notification at the bottom-left confirming the successful installation.

Scenario 2: Manual Installation for Existing Users

1. Log in to your WordPress admin panel.
2. Navigate to Settings in the left sidebar (administrator access needed).
3. Download the Secure Privacy WordPress plugin from this link.
4. Follow the plugin installation guide here: this plugin-from-zip guide.
5. After installation, activate the plugin and confirm you see an activation success message.
   
6. Access Secure Privacy under Settings in the WordPress sidebar.

Additional Resources

For detailed walkthroughs and troubleshooting, visit our support article for WordPress/Shopify..

Common Issues & Fixes

• I don’t see the Secure Privacy option in WordPress Settings: Ensure your user role has admin privileges and the plugin is activated.
• Test Installation fails? Verify that the plugin is installed correctly and your WordPress site meets system requirements.

See Also

• How to Onboard with Secure Privacy Directly from Your CMS (WordPress/Shopify) Plugins
  
• How to install Secure Privacy on Elementor Cloud (WordPress pre-installed)
• Integrations with Secure Privacy: How to Install on Your (10+ different) CMS
• Secure Privacy Now a Google-Certified Consent Management Platform