Step-by-Step Guide by Hibiscus Technolab
Looking to supercharge your WordPress site without paying for expensive managed hosting? Meet SlickStack — a free, open-source server stack that gives you full control, top-tier performance, and enterprise-grade security.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to install SlickStack on a fresh VPS, why it’s a game-changer for WordPress users, and how Hibiscus Technolab can help if you’d rather let the pros handle it.
What Is SlickStack?
SlickStack is a modern LEMP stack (Linux, Nginx, MariaDB, PHP) built specifically for WordPress. It automates the setup of everything you need to run a secure, lightning-fast website — including SSL, caching, cron jobs, and more.
Unlike bloated cPanel or managed hosts, SlickStack gives you complete control and minimal overhead, making it perfect for developers, agencies, and businesses who care about performance.
Why Use SlickStack for WordPress?
Before we dive in, here’s why SlickStack is worth your attention:
- Cheaper than managed hosting — run multiple sites on a $5–$10 VPS
- Faster with built-in Redis, FastCGI, and no control panel bloat
- Secure with auto SSL, hardened configs, and daily system updates
- Customizable — ideal for WooCommerce, multilingual, or multisite setups
- Developer-friendly with root access and Git integration
How to Install SlickStack (Beginner-Friendly Steps)
Prerequisites:
- A clean Ubuntu 22.04 VPS (e.g. from DigitalOcean, Linode, or Vultr)
- Root SSH access
- A domain name pointed to your server IP
Connect to Your Server
ssh root@your-server-ip
Download the SlickStack Installer
wget -O ss slick.fyi/ss && bash ss
Follow the On-Screen Prompts
SlickStack will ask you for:
- Your domain name
- Your email (for SSL and alerts)
- A few other quick settings
It automatically installs:
- Nginx (web server)
- PHP-FPM
- MariaDB
- Redis
- WordPress Core
- Auto-SSL (Let’s Encrypt)
Access Your WordPress Site
Once complete, your WordPress site will be up and running at:
https://yourdomain.comYou’ll receive login credentials for your WordPress dashboard and database.
Pro Tips from Hibiscus Technolab
We’ve deployed SlickStack across high-traffic blogs, WooCommerce stores, and agency portfolios — and we’ve learned a thing or two along the way:
- ✅ Use Cloudflare or BunnyCDN for extra speed and DDoS protection
- 🔒 Harden your SSH and firewall rules (UFW)
- 🔁 Schedule automatic backups and uptime checks
- 🧩 Optimize Redis and FastCGI for your specific traffic patterns
- 🔄 Integrate Git for CI/CD workflows
If that sounds a bit technical — don’t worry. We can handle it for you.
Need Help? We’ll Set It Up for You.
At Hibiscus Technolab, we offer:
- Full SlickStack setup & server hardening
- Speed optimization for WordPress and WooCommerce
- Security monitoring, malware scanning, and auto-updates
- Migration from shared or managed hosting
- Ongoing support & consultation
Let us do the heavy lifting — so you can focus on growing your business.
Let’s Build Something Fast & Secure
Whether you’re a developer tired of slow control panels or a business owner looking for hosting that doesn’t break the bank — SlickStack is the future of WordPress hosting. And Hibiscus Technolab is here to help you get the most out of it.
👉 Schedule your setup today or contact us for a free consultation.