# Installation (/docs/developer-resources/integrations/wordpress/woocommerce/installation)

## Installation Steps

You can install the Monime Wordpress plugin by uploading the zip file directly to your WordPress admin dashboard.

### 1. Download the Plugin

Download the latest version of the plugin from the [main WordPress overview](../overview).

### 2. Upload to WordPress

1. Log in to your WordPress Admin Dashboard (e.g., `your-site.com/wp-admin`).
2. Navigate to **Plugins > Add New**.
3. Click the **Upload Plugin** button at the top of the screen.
4. Click **Choose File** and select the ZIP file you downloaded from the main overview.
5. Click **Install Now**.

### 3. Activate the Plugin

1. Once the installation is complete, click **Activate Plugin**.
2. You should now see **MonimeGateway** listed in your plugins page.

### 4. Verify Installation

1. Go to **WooCommerce > Settings > Payments**.
2. You should see **Monime** listed as a payment method.
3. Click the toggle to **Enable** the gateway (you will need to configure it first).

## Updates

To update the plugin in the future:

1. Download the new version from the [main WordPress overview](../overview).
2. Go to **Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin**.
3. Upload the new zip file.
4. WordPress will ask if you want to replace the existing version. Click **Replace current with uploaded**.
