> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.bubblav.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# WordPress

> Connect your WordPress site to search content

Enhance your chatbot with real-time access to your WordPress content. The WordPress integration allows your chatbot to search pages and posts.

## Why Connect WordPress?

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Content Search" icon="magnifying-glass">
    Chatbot can search and retrieve WordPress pages and posts
  </Card>

  <Card title="Real-time Updates" icon="clock">
    Chatbot stays updated with your latest content
  </Card>

  <Card title="Easy Setup" icon="zap">
    One-click installation from WordPress.org
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Prerequisites

* Self-hosted WordPress site (WordPress.org)
* Administrator access to your WordPress dashboard
* WordPress 5.0+ (recommended)
* Note: WordPress.com sites require specific configuration

## Setup Steps

<Steps>
  <Step title="Install the Plugin">
    Visit the <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/bubblav-chat/" target="_blank">BubblaV plugin page</a> on WordPress.org and follow the installation instructions, or search for "BubblaV" in your WordPress admin → Plugins → Add New.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Activate the Plugin">
    After installing, click <strong>Activate</strong> on the plugin page in your WordPress admin.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Connect to BubblaV">
    In your WordPress admin, go to <strong>Settings</strong> → <strong>BubblaV Chat</strong>, then click <strong>Connect to BubblaV</strong> and sign in to your BubblaV.com account.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Automatic Setup">
    The connection will be established automatically, and your WordPress content will be available to your chatbot.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Available Tools After Connection

| Tool                       | What It Does           | Example Query                 |
| -------------------------- | ---------------------- | ----------------------------- |
| `wordpress_search_content` | Search pages and posts | "Find articles about pricing" |

## Test Your Integration

Try these queries on your website:

* "What do you have about \[topic]?"
* "Show me articles about \[subject]"
* "Find pages related to \[keyword]"

## Troubleshooting

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Plugin installation fails">
    <ul>
      <li>Verify you have administrator access to your WordPress site</li>
      <li>Check that your hosting provider allows plugin installations</li>
      <li>Ensure sufficient disk space is available</li>
      <li>Check PHP version compatibility (PHP 7.4+ recommended)</li>
    </ul>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Connection fails">
    <ul>
      <li>Ensure you're signed in to your BubblaV account when connecting</li>
      <li>Check that your WordPress site is accessible from the internet</li>
      <li>Verify that the plugin is properly activated</li>
      <li>Temporarily disable security plugins to test</li>
    </ul>
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="WordPress.com sites">
    <ul>
      <li>WordPress.com sites have limited plugin installation capabilities</li>
      <li>Only WordPress.com Business or eCommerce plans allow third-party plugins</li>
      <li>Consider using our manual integration method for other plans</li>
    </ul>
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

<Info>
  **Security**: The WordPress plugin uses secure API authentication with read-only permissions. Your content is never modified, and all connections use HTTPS encryption.
</Info>

<Warning>
  **WordPress.com vs WordPress.org**: This integration is designed for self-hosted WordPress.org sites. WordPress.com sites may require additional configuration or a Business plan to install third-party plugins.
</Warning>