How to Manually Install the Sesamy WordPress Plugin from GitHub Releases

Part 1: Downloading the Plugin .zip File from GitHub

1. Go to the Releases Page: Open your web browser and navigate directly to the Sesamy WordPress plugin releases page: https://github.com/sesamyab/wordpress-sesamy-2/releases

2. Find the Desired Release Version: Scroll through the list of releases. The latest stable version is usually at the top. Identify the specific version you want to install (e.g., v1.1.10).

3. Locate the Plugin .zip File: Under the release notes for the version you chose, look for the "Assets" section. You might need to click the small triangle or arrow to expand it if it's collapsed.

4. Download the .zip File: Find the file named following the pattern sesamy-wordpress-vX.Y.Z.zip (e.g., sesamy-wordpress-v1.1.10.zip). Click on this file name to download it. Save it to a location you can easily find, like your computer's "Downloads" folder.

Part 2: Uploading and Installing the Plugin in WordPress

1. Log in to WordPress: Open a new browser tab or window and log in to your WordPress Admin Dashboard (usually yourwebsite.com/wp-admin).

2. Navigate to the Plugin Upload Area: In the left-hand sidebar menu of your WordPress dashboard:
• Hover over "Plugins".
• Click on "Add New".

3. Choose to Upload Plugin: On the "Add Plugins" page, click the "Upload Plugin" button located near the top of the page.

4. Select the Downloaded .zip File: An upload form will appear. Click the "Choose File" or "Browse..." button. Navigate to the folder where you saved the sesamy-wordpress-vX.Y.Z.zip file (e.g., your "Downloads" folder). Select the .zip file and click "Open" or "Choose".

5. Install the Plugin: Once the file is selected, its name will appear next to the button. Click the "Install Now" button.

6. Wait for Installation: WordPress will upload and unpack the plugin. This may take a few moments. You should see messages indicating the progress (e.g., "Unpacking the package...", "Installing the plugin...", "Plugin installed successfully.").

7. Activate the Plugin or Replace the current one After successful installation, click the "Activate” Button or the “Replace current with uploaded” if you already have the plugin installed.