After purchasing the SWELL WordPress theme, the next step is to download the theme files and install them on your WordPress website.

This guide explains:

• How to download SWELL after purchase
• The difference between the Parent Theme and Child Theme
• Important precautions
• How to install SWELL on WordPress (step-by-step)

This is especially helpful for international users who are new to Japanese WordPress themes.

Step 1 – Download SWELL After Purchase

After completing your purchase, you will receive access to the SWELL download page.

From your purchase account or confirmation email:

• Log in to your SWELL account page
  (For the easiest access, tap “Forum” from the homepage and log in there.)
• Go to the download section
  (After entering your My Page, scroll down the page until you reach Step 3, “Download the following files.”)
• Download the following files:

• SWELL Parent Theme
• SWELL Child Theme

You will usually receive two separate ZIP files.

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The image below shows the process visually.
Simply click or tap the areas highlighted with red arrows or red boxes.

• (For the easiest access, tap “Forum” from the homepage and log in there.)

• Log in to your SWELL account page

3. Download the following files:
   SWELL Parent Theme

3. Download the following files:
   SWELL Child Theme

Step 2 – Parent Theme vs Child Theme (Important)

Step 2 – Parent Theme vs Child Theme (Important)

Parent Theme (SWELL)

• This is the main SWELL theme
• Contains all core features and design
• Required for SWELL to work

Child Theme (SWELL Child)

• Used for customization
• Safe place to add custom CSS, PHP, or functions
• Prevents your changes from being lost during updates

Step 3 – Install SWELL on WordPress

Now, install the theme in your WordPress admin panel.

Log in to WordPress Admin

Go to:

. Go to Theme Upload

• Appearance → Themes →

• Add New → Upload Theme →

• Click “Choose File”

Upload the Parent Theme (First)

• Click Choose File
• Select the SWELL Parent Theme ZIP file
• Click Install Now
• After installation, click Activate

✅ The Parent Theme must be installed first.

• Click Choose File　

2. Select the SWELL Parent Theme ZIP file

3. Click Install Now

👉 The SWELL parent theme has been successfully installed. Let’s continue by installing the child theme.

Upload the Child Theme (Second)
Repeat the same steps:

• Click Upload Theme again
• Select the SWELL Child Theme ZIP file
• Click Install Now
• Click Activate

✅ After this, the Child Theme should be the active theme.

👉 Once the SWELL child theme is installed, activate it.

👉 Once activated, it will be displayed as “Active,” as shown below.

👉 That’s it — the SWELL installation is now complete.

Step 4 – Confirm Successful Installation

Go to:

Appearance → Themes

You should see:

• SWELL (Parent Theme)
• SWELL Child (Active)

If SWELL Child is active, installation is complete.

Common Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

• Only installing the Parent Theme
  → Always install the Child Theme too

• Editing the Parent Theme
  → Use the Child Theme for custom code

• Uploading extracted folders
  → Upload ZIP files only

• Using WordPress.com
  → SWELL works only on self-hosted WordPress.org

What to Do Next

After installing SWELL, we recommend:

• Importing demo data (if available)
• Setting basic theme options
• Reading beginner setup guides
• Installing recommended plugins

FAQ for International Users

Can I use SWELL on multiple websites?

Yes. SWELL is 100% GPL licensed and can be used on multiple sites.

Do I need the Child Theme?

Yes. It is strongly recommended for safe customization.

Can I update SWELL later?

Yes. You can update the Parent Theme while keeping your customizations in the Child Theme.

Summary

• Download both Parent and Child Themes
• Install Parent Theme first
• Install and activate Child Theme
• Use Child Theme for customization
• Keep ZIP files zipped when uploading