## **🧭 Overview**

If the OTTO Pixel plugin link in Search Atlas is not working, the instructions page is unavailable, or the WordPress plugin directory does not return a result, you can install OTTO Pixel manually using a ZIP file upload. This method works on any self-hosted WordPress site and produces the same result as the standard installation.

## **⏰ When to Use This Method**

- The plugin download link inside Search Atlas is broken or unresponsive.
- The OTTO Pixel plugin is temporarily under review in the WordPress plugin directory.
- You cannot find the plugin by searching inside your WordPress dashboard.
- The in-platform instructions page returns an error or does not load.

## **📥 Step 1 — Obtain the OTTO Pixel ZIP File**

The official ZIP file can be obtained directly from the Search Atlas support team, independent of the WordPress plugin directory.

1. Log in to your Search Atlas account and navigate to the OTTO setup section for the website you want to connect.
2. If a download option is visible on the OTTO setup or WordPress connection page, use it to save the ZIP file to your computer.
3. If no download option is available, open the chat widget in the bottom-right corner of the platform and type **human teammate** — a team member will send you the direct download link immediately.
4. Save the file to your computer. Do **not** unzip the file — WordPress requires the compressed ZIP for upload.

## **🖥️ Step 2 — Upload the ZIP File to WordPress**

1. Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard (typically **yoursite.com/wp-admin**).
2. In the left WordPress menu, go to **Plugins → Add New**.
3. Click the **Upload Plugin** button at the top of the page.
4. Click **Choose File** and select the OTTO Pixel ZIP file you downloaded.
5. Click **Install Now** and wait for the upload to complete.
6. Once installation is confirmed, click **Activate Plugin**.

## **🔗 Step 3 — Connect OTTO Pixel to Your Search Atlas Account**

1. After activation, return to Search Atlas and navigate to the OTTO setup page for your website.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter your pixel key or connection credentials into the plugin settings as directed.
3. Save your settings and refresh the Search Atlas page to confirm the connection status has updated.
4. If the connection does not update or you are unsure which credentials to use, contact the support team for guidance.

If you need further assistance, open the chat widget in the bottom-right corner of the platform and type **human teammate** to be connected with a member of our team.