Elementor Pro is an upgraded version of the popular Elementor page builder plugin, offering advanced features like a theme builder, popup builder, and additional widgets. It’s the go-to tool for creating custom, professional websites with ease. In this guide, we’ll show you how to install and activate Elementor Pro in WordPress by downloading it from the official Elementor website and uploading it to your site.

Why Choose Elementor Pro?

While the free version of Elementor is incredibly powerful, Elementor Pro takes your site-building capabilities to the next level. With Pro, you get:

• Theme Builder: Design your entire website, including headers, footers, and single post templates.
• More Widgets: Access over 90 widgets to build dynamic content.
• Global Settings: Manage global fonts and colors for consistency across your website.
• WooCommerce Builder: Customise your online store with advanced tools.

Now, let’s go through the steps to install and activate Elementor Pro on your WordPress website.

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Step 1: Purchase Elementor Pro

1. Go to the Elementor Website: Start by navigating to the official Elementor website at www.elementor.com.
2. Choose a Plan: Click on the “Pricing” tab in the top navigation menu. You’ll see different pricing tiers for Elementor Pro. Choose the one that suits your needs, and click “Buy Now.”
3. Create an Account: If you don’t have an Elementor account, you’ll be prompted to create one during the checkout process. Enter your account details and proceed to payment.
4. Complete the Purchase: Fill in your payment information and confirm your purchase. After completing the payment, you’ll gain access to the Elementor Pro files.

*If you are hosting with WebPower, we sometimes run promotions where Elementor Pro is provided for free with your hosting plan.

Step 2: Download Elementor Pro Plugin

Once your purchase is complete, follow these steps:

1. Log into Your Elementor Account: Go to the Elementor website and log into your account using the credentials you created during purchase.
2. Go to Downloads: After logging in, navigate to the “Downloads” section of your Elementor dashboard. Here, you’ll see the Elementor Pro plugin available for download.
3. Download Elementor Pro: Click the Download button to download the .zip file of the Elementor Pro plugin to your computer.

Step 3: Install Elementor Pro on WordPress

Now that you have the Elementor Pro plugin file downloaded, follow these steps to upload and install it on your WordPress site:

1. Log into Your WordPress Dashboard: Go to www.yourdomain.com/wp-admin and log in.
2. Go to Plugins > Add New: In the left-hand menu, click on Plugins and then click Add New at the top of the page.
3. Upload Elementor Pro: On the Add Plugins page, click the Upload Plugin button at the top. Then click “Choose File” and select the Elementor Pro .zip file you downloaded earlier. After selecting the file, click Install Now.
4. Activate Elementor Pro: Once the plugin is installed, click Activate Plugin to enable Elementor Pro on your website.

Step 4: Connect Your Elementor Pro Account

To fully activate Elementor Pro and access its premium features, you need to connect your Elementor account to your WordPress site.

1. Navigate to Elementor Settings: In your WordPress dashboard, go to Elementor > License.
2. Connect & Activate: On the Elementor License page, click the Connect & Activate button. You’ll be redirected to Elementor’s website to log into your account.
3. Log into Elementor: Enter your Elementor account details and log in. Once connected, Elementor Pro will be fully activated on your site.
4. License Activated: After logging in, you’ll see a confirmation that your Elementor Pro license is now active. You can now enjoy all the Pro features directly from your WordPress dashboard.

Step 5: Start Using Elementor Pro

With Elementor Pro installed and activated, you can start using its advanced features right away:

• Edit with Elementor Pro: Go to any page or post and click “Edit with Elementor” to start using Elementor’s Pro widgets, theme builder, and more.
• Access New Widgets: Elementor Pro gives you access to new widgets like forms, sliders, pricing tables, and much more.

Conclusion

Installing and activating Elementor Pro is a straightforward process that takes only a few minutes. With the Pro version, you unlock powerful tools that help you build stunning, fully customised websites without any coding. Whether you’re designing landing pages, blogs, or eCommerce sites, Elementor Pro offers the flexibility and control you need.

If you’re using WebPower hosting, you’ll benefit from optimised performance and compatibility with Elementor Pro, ensuring that your site runs smoothly while building complex layouts.