# Logging in to WordPress

> Find the different ways to log in to your WordPress dashboard, including the wp-admin URL, Softaculous and WP Toolkit in cPanel.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/wordpress/guides/logging-in-to-wordpress/

The WordPress dashboard is the central place to administer your website. On **ruachost.com**, there are several ways to log in depending on how WordPress was installed.

## Methods to Log In

### 1. Standard WordPress Login

- Open your browser and enter one of the following URLs (replace `example.com` with your domain):

  - `https://example.com/wp-admin`
  - `https://example.com/wp-login.php`
- Enter your **username** and **password**.
- Click **Log In** to access the WordPress dashboard.

### 2. Softaculous WordPress Login

If WordPress was installed using **Softaculous** in cPanel:

1. Log in to **cPanel**.
2. Click any **Softaculous icon**.
3. In the Softaculous interface, click **All Installations**.
4. Locate your WordPress installation and click the **Administrator icon**.
5. You’ll be logged in automatically without entering the WordPress password.

### 3. Managed WordPress Login via cPanel

For **Managed WordPress hosting** on ruachost.com:

1. Log in to **cPanel**.
2. Go to the **Domains** section.
3. Click **WP Toolkit**.
4. A list of WordPress sites appears.
5. Click **Log In** next to the desired site to access the dashboard.

> **Note:**
- Make sure your domain resolves to the server where WordPress is installed, or login may fail.
- If you forget your password, use the **Lost your password?** link on the login page.
- For added security, consider enabling **two‑factor authentication (2FA)**.