WordPress.com

Hosted WordPress for blogs and websites, by Automattic.

Key features

  • Block editor
  • Themes
  • Plugins (higher plans)
  • Hosting and security
  • Newsletters

Pros and cons

What's good

  • WordPress without maintenance
  • Great for blogging
  • Scalable

Watch out for

  • Plugins require higher plans
  • Less freedom than self-hosted WordPress

Who should use WordPress.com?

Bloggers and site owners who want WordPress without managing hosting.

WordPress.com alternatives

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Features and pricing change often. Check the official WordPress.com website for current plans before you buy.