Getting Started Guide

SkunkCRM runs on
WordPress

SkunkCRM is a self-hosted CRM that installs as a WordPress plugin. This means you own your data - it lives on your server, not ours.

What is WordPress?

WordPress is free, open-source software that powers over 40% of all websites on the internet. It's the world's most popular content management system.

Unlike cloud-only CRMs where your data lives on someone else's server, WordPress lets you host everything yourself. This gives you complete control and ownership of your customer data.

Already have WordPress? Great! You can download SkunkCRM and install it right now.

Why self-hosted?

  • You own your data

    Customer info stays on your server, not ours

  • No per-seat pricing

    Add unlimited team members

  • Works with your website

    Capture leads directly from your site

  • GDPR compliant by default

    You control where data is stored

Get up and running in 15 minutes

Even if you've never used WordPress before, you can have your CRM running today.

1

Get WordPress hosting

Choose a hosting provider that offers WordPress. Most providers have one-click installation - no technical skills needed.

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2

Install WordPress

Most hosts install WordPress automatically when you sign up. If not, use their one-click installer - usually found in cPanel or your hosting dashboard.

Tip: Don't need a public website? Install WordPress in a subfolder (like yoursite.com/crm) and use it just for your CRM.
3

Install SkunkCRM

Download SkunkCRM, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin in your WordPress admin, and activate. That's it - you're ready to start adding contacts.

Download SkunkCRM
4

Connect the mobile app (optional)

Want to manage contacts from your phone? Open SkunkCRM settings, go to Mobile App, and scan the QR code with the Android app. Your data stays on your server - the app just connects to it.

Learn about the mobile app

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The complete toolkit for your business

SkunkCRM is part of a suite of tools designed to work together. Capture leads, build landing pages, manage customers, and work from anywhere.

Skunk CRM

Manage your leads and customers

A complete CRM inside WordPress. Track contacts, manage deals, view your pipeline, and never lose a lead again.

  • Contact management
  • Deal pipeline
  • Activity tracking
  • Email integration
Learn more

Skunk Forms

Capture leads from your website

Beautiful, conversion-focused forms that feed directly into your CRM. No more manual data entry.

  • Drag & drop builder
  • CRM integration
  • Conditional logic
  • Spam protection
Learn more

Skunk Pages

Build stunning landing pages

Create high-converting landing pages without code. Perfect for campaigns, product launches, and lead generation.

  • Visual editor
  • Mobile responsive
  • A/B testing
  • Analytics built-in
Learn more

Mobile App

Your CRM on the go

Access your contacts, log calls, and manage deals from your phone. Works offline and syncs when connected.

  • QR code login
  • Caller ID for contacts
  • Offline mode
  • Push notifications
Learn more
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Downloaded the mobile app?

The SkunkCRM Android app connects to your WordPress CRM. Your data stays on your server - the app just gives you mobile access to it.

To use the app, you need SkunkCRM installed on a WordPress site. Follow the steps above to get set up, then scan the QR code from Settings → Mobile App.

App → WordPress → Your Data

The mobile app is a window into your self-hosted CRM. No data stored in the cloud - everything syncs directly with your WordPress site.

Need help getting set up?

Don't want to deal with hosting yourself? We can set everything up for you - WordPress, SkunkCRM, and even a website if you need one.