What is WordPress.com?
WordPress.com is a hosted website and publishing service running WordPress. It combines the CMS with a hosting plan, so the buying decision concerns service entitlements as well as editing features. A permanent Free plan is available, while paid plans add capabilities such as custom-domain use and plugin installation. All current paid plans support plugins; developer access, storage and commerce capabilities still need a plan-specific check. WordPress.com is distinct from downloading WordPress and arranging hosting independently.
Who is WordPress.com for?
Publishers and organisations seeking a hosted WordPress service with defined plan entitlements
WordPress.com features
The core capabilities to consider for your workflow.
- Managed WordPress hosting
- Block editor and themes
- Pages, posts and media
- Plugin installation on paid plans
- Plan-based business and commerce tools
WordPress.com pricing
Free hosted plan
Compare plan term, renewal price, storage, developer tools and transaction charges relevant to the site. A first-year domain offer does not cover future registration renewals.
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A permanent Free hosted plan is available. Connecting a custom domain, removing WordPress.com ads and installing plugins require a suitable paid plan.
Before you choose WordPress.com
Free sites display WordPress.com advertising
Plugin installation requires a paid plan
Developer tools, storage and commerce entitlements vary by tier
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Take a closer look at the decisions behind this product.
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WordPress.com FAQs
Does WordPress.com have a free plan?
A permanent Free hosted plan is available. Connecting a custom domain, removing WordPress.com ads and installing plugins require a suitable paid plan.
Who is WordPress.com for?
Publishers and organisations seeking a hosted WordPress service with defined plan entitlements
What should I compare before buying?
Check the tier that contains your essential features, confirm plan limits and compare the total quote with your own expected usage.