Ultimate Cursor is easy to install on any WordPress website. Follow this step-by-step guide to get started.
Prerequisites
Before installing Ultimate Cursor, ensure your WordPress site meets these requirements:
- WordPress 5.8 or higher
- PHP 7.4 or higher
- Administrator access to your WordPress site
- Active WordPress installation
Installation Methods
Method 1: WordPress Plugin Directory (Recommended)
- Navigate to Plugins: Log into your WordPress admin panel and go to Plugins > Add New
- Search: Type "Ultimate Cursor" in the search box
- Install: Click the "Install Now" button next to Ultimate Cursor
- Activate: Once installed, click "Activate" to enable the plugin
Method 2: Manual Upload
If you've purchased the PRO version or prefer manual installation:
- Download: Download the plugin ZIP file from your account dashboard
- Upload: Go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin
- Choose File: Select the downloaded ZIP file
- Install: Click "Install Now"
- Activate: Click "Activate Plugin"
Method 3: FTP Upload
For advanced users with FTP access:
- Extract: Unzip the plugin file on your computer
- Upload: Using an FTP client, upload the
ultimate-cursorfolder to/wp-content/plugins/ - Activate: Log into WordPress admin and go to Plugins, then activate Ultimate Cursor
Post-Installation Setup
After activation, you'll see a new "Ultimate Cursor" menu item in your WordPress admin sidebar.
Initial Configuration
- Access Settings: Click on Ultimate Cursor in the admin menu
- Choose a Cursor type: Choose cursor type that you want to use. like text cursor, image cursor, shaped cursor, animated cursor, etc.
- Preview: Use the live preview to see how your cursor looks
- Save: Click "Save Changes" to apply your cursor
Verification
To verify the installation was successful:
- Visit your website's frontend
- Move your mouse cursor around
- The custom cursor should be visible and responding to your movements
💡 Pro Tip: Start with a simple preset before exploring advanced customization options.
Troubleshooting
Cursor Not Appearing
- Clear Cache: Clear your browser cache and WordPress cache plugins
- Check JavaScript: Ensure JavaScript is enabled in your browser
- Theme Compatibility: Try switching to a default WordPress theme temporarily
- Plugin Conflicts: Deactivate other plugins to check for conflicts
Installation Errors
- File Permissions: Ensure your
/wp-content/plugins/directory has proper write permissions - Memory Limit: Increase PHP memory limit if needed (minimum 64MB recommended)
- Max Upload Size: If uploading ZIP fails, increase
upload_max_filesizein php.ini
Next Steps
Now that Ultimate Cursor is installed, you're ready to:
Need help? Contact our support team or visit the support forum.