Getting Started

Installation

To install the Villagio theme, follow these steps:

1. In your WordPress admin panel, go to Appearance → Themes and click the Add New button.
2. Click Upload Theme, Browse and Choose File; then select the theme’s ZIP file. Click Install Now.
3. Click Activate to use your new theme.
4. Install required plugins (you’ll be offered to install them).
5. Configure Jetpack plugin – connect it to wordpress.com via WordPress dashboard (optional).

Note: we recommend using child theme villagio-child that comes in the theme package (downloadable files) for your custom modifications. This will help you keep your content despite main theme updates. Install and activate villagio-child.zip theme (optional).

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Import sample data

We provide an easy way to import sample data with a plugin One Click Demo import. To import sample data in one click, install the recommended plugin “One Click Demo Import (for first theme installation).” offered during the theme installation

Navigate to Appearance → Import Demo Data on your WordPress dashboard and import sample data.