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Installing mu-plugins

1. Download the mu-plugin
2. Unzip the file to extract all files into a folder on your hard drive
3. Check the zip file for a readme file or install file
4. Make sure you read these instructions in the readme file or install file carefully – - many mu-plugins require additional steps to install other than those explained below! If you don’t follow these instructions correctly the plugin won’t work and may cause problems on your site!

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5. Launch FileZilla
6. Enter your domain name, your username and password. NOTE: the same username and password that you use to log into your cPanel.
7. Click Quickconnect

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8. Locate and open up the mu-plugin folder (so its php file is visible) that you want to install on your computer.

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