Ghost is a powerful blogging and publishing platform known for its simplicity and speed. Hostinger's Ubuntu 22.04 64bit with Ghost VPS template comes with Ghost pre-installed, making it easy to start your own blog or publication. This guide will help you understand how to utilize this template to manage and publish content effectively.
Accessing Ghost
Open a web browser and go to http://[your-vps-hostname]/ghost/ — make sure to replace [your-vps-hostname] with the actual working hostname of your VPS:
If you want Ghost to run on your domain, point your domain to a VPS IP address and change the server hostname 💡
Upon your first visit, the Ghost Setup Wizard will guide you through creating an admin account:
Exploring the Ghost Dashboard
The Ghost admin panel is intuitive. Spend some time exploring its features, including creating posts, managing tags, and customizing your site’s design:
Learn how to create and format posts. Ghost offers a markdown editor for writing and styling your content:
Customizing Your Site
Ghost allows you to customize the appearance of your site. You can select from various themes or create your own:
Ghost supports integrations with many popular services like social media, analytics, and email newsletters. Check the Ghost integrations directory for options:
For more detailed instructions and tips, refer to the official Ghost documentation and help center 💡