About WordPress
WordPress is open source software for building and running websites, from personal blogs to larger company sites. It is a widely used content management system that has been around for many years.
What it does
WordPress gives you a browser-based place to write, design and publish content. You can start from a blank canvas or pick a theme that sets the overall look. The block editor lets you arrange text, images and other elements on a page, and you can see changes as you make them. Plugins extend the core software with extra features such as online shops, analytics and email signup forms.
Key features
- Block editor for pages and posts
- Themes that set the overall design
- Large library of plugins
- Site editor for layouts and styles
- Built-in media library for images and files
Who it's for
Bloggers, small business owners, designers and developers all use WordPress. It is a good fit for anyone who wants full control over their site and its content. Teams with several editors also use it to publish from one place.
Pricing and good to know
The WordPress software is free and open source, so you can download and install it without a licence fee. You will still need web hosting and a domain name to put a site online. Many themes and plugins are free, but some premium options cost money. Keeping plugins and the core software updated is part of running a site.
Highlights
- Create pages and posts with a block editor
- Switch the overall design with themes
- Add features with plugins
- Edit site layouts and global styles
- Manage images and files in a media library
