How to Create a New WordPress Site from a Template in GoHighLevel

In this guide, you will learn how to build a new WordPress site from a template inside GoHighLevel. Even if you use ClickUp or other project management tools to manage web builds, these steps show exactly how to deploy, edit, and launch a site using the built‑in WordPress hosting features.

This tutorial is based on the official GoHighLevel documentation and walks you through every required click, from choosing a template to connecting your live domain.

Before You Start: GoHighLevel WordPress Requirements

To create and manage a WordPress site from a template inside GoHighLevel, a few account and configuration conditions must be met.

• You must have an active GoHighLevel account with access to the WordPress feature.
• The WordPress add-on or hosting option should be enabled at the agency or sub-account level, depending on your plan.
• You need permission to access the target sub-account where the new website will live.

Once these preconditions are satisfied, you are ready to create a WordPress instance directly from your GoHighLevel dashboard.

Step 1: Open the GoHighLevel WordPress Area

First, navigate to the correct section where WordPress sites are managed.

1. Log in to your GoHighLevel account.
2. Choose the sub-account in which you want to install the new website.
3. In the left-hand navigation menu, locate the Sites or WordPress section (label may vary slightly depending on your interface version).
4. Click the WordPress management area to open the list of sites and templates.

You should now see options to create a new WordPress site or manage existing installations in GoHighLevel.

Step 2: Start a New GoHighLevel WordPress Site from Template

Next, you will initiate a new WordPress instance using one of the available templates.

1. In the WordPress section, click New Site or a similar button that begins the creation process.
2. Choose the option From Template. This tells GoHighLevel you want to base the site on a pre-built design rather than starting from scratch.
3. A gallery or list of templates will appear. Browse through the available WordPress templates provided inside GoHighLevel.

Templates are typically pre-configured with layouts, demo pages, menus, and styling, which significantly speeds up production.

Selecting the Right GoHighLevel Template

When selecting a template for your new WordPress site, consider the following factors:

• Industry fit: Choose a design aligned with the client niche, such as local service, coaching, agency, or e‑commerce‑ready layouts.
• Page structure: Confirm the template includes essential pages like Home, About, Services, Contact, and any funnel-style landing pages you anticipate.
• Design style: Pick a layout that needs minimal changes to match brand colors and typography.

Once you confirm your choice, highlight the desired template and move to the configuration step.

Step 3: Configure the New GoHighLevel WordPress Site

After you pick the template, GoHighLevel will prompt you for basic configuration details for the new WordPress installation.

1. Enter a Site Name or Title for the WordPress site. This is usually the business name or project name.
2. Confirm the sub-account where the site will be installed (if prompted again).
3. Provide an internal identifier or label if the platform asks for one, helping you manage multiple sites inside GoHighLevel.
4. Click Create or Install to begin deploying the template.

GoHighLevel will now automatically provision a WordPress instance using the chosen template. This process can take a short moment as the system sets up files, database, and default theme options.

Accessing Your New GoHighLevel WordPress Dashboard

Once installation finishes, you can enter the WordPress backend:

• In the WordPress list within GoHighLevel, locate your new site.
• Click the option such as Open WordPress, WP Admin, or similar.
• You will be automatically logged in or provided credentials, depending on how single sign-on is configured.

From here, you can customize pages, menus, and plugins directly in the WordPress dashboard.

Step 4: Customize the Template Inside GoHighLevel WordPress

The next stage is tailoring the imported template to match your branding and content requirements.

Essential Customizations in a GoHighLevel Template Site

Within the WordPress admin panel, apply at least the following updates:

• General settings: Update site title, tagline, and timezone under Settings > General.
• Permalinks: Confirm clean URL structure under Settings > Permalinks, usually set to Post name.
• Theme options: Adjust global colors, typography, logo, and favicon provided by the template theme.
• Menus: Update navigation menus so they reflect final page names and structure.
• Content: Replace placeholder text and images with real copy, brand photography, and calls to action.

If the template ships with a page builder (such as Elementor, Gutenberg blocks, or another builder used in GoHighLevel templates), edit each key page to align with customer offers and messaging.

Testing Your GoHighLevel WordPress Site

Before making the website public, validate that all template components are functioning correctly:

• Click through all menu items and buttons.
• Submit any forms to ensure messages or leads are captured correctly.
• Test the site on mobile, tablet, and desktop to confirm responsiveness.
• Verify loading performance for critical pages like the homepage and main landing pages.

Fix any layout or content issues inside WordPress while the site is still on its temporary or default URL provided by GoHighLevel.

Step 5: Connect a Domain to Your GoHighLevel WordPress Site

After customization and testing, link the site to a live domain so visitors can access it.

1. Return to the WordPress or Sites section in your GoHighLevel sub-account.
2. Select the new WordPress site created from the template.
3. Look for a Domains or Connect Domain option.
4. Enter the domain you want to use (for example, example.com or www.example.com).
5. Follow the DNS instructions provided by GoHighLevel, such as setting A or CNAME records at your domain registrar.

Once DNS propagates, your WordPress template site will become accessible at the chosen domain. Always allow some propagation time and then verify that the domain correctly loads your new WordPress pages.

SSL and Security in GoHighLevel WordPress

To finish domain configuration:

• Ensure SSL (HTTPS) is enabled from the domain or hosting settings offered by GoHighLevel.
• Check that all internal links redirect to HTTPS and there are no mixed content issues.
• Optionally install security and caching plugins inside WordPress, following GoHighLevel compatibility guidelines.

Managing and Updating Your GoHighLevel WordPress Site

Once live, ongoing management is handled through the same WordPress and GoHighLevel dashboards.

• Update themes and plugins regularly from the WordPress admin.
• Use GoHighLevel tools for leads, forms, and funnels that connect to your site.
• Back up your site periodically using built-in options or approved backup plugins.

If you ever need to deploy another site, you can repeat this process and spin up a fresh WordPress instance from a template in just a few minutes.

Additional GoHighLevel WordPress Resources

For deeper technical references and the latest interface screenshots, you can review the official guide here: Official GoHighLevel WordPress site from template documentation.

If you want strategic help implementing funnels, websites, and automation on top of GoHighLevel, visit Consultevo for consulting and implementation services.

By following the steps above, you can quickly create a new WordPress site from a template inside GoHighLevel, customize it for your brand, and launch it on a live domain with a streamlined and repeatable process.

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