WordPress.com ◆
Managed WordPress hosting from $2.75/mo with 99.999% uptime, free domain, and 24/7 expert support.
from $2.75/mo
About WordPress.com
What is WordPress.com?
WordPress.com is the hosted version of the world's most popular content management system. It handles security, updates, and performance so you can focus on building your site with a visual editor. Unlike self-hosted WordPress.org, WordPress.com offers a fully managed environment, meaning no technical setup or server maintenance.
What problem does it solve?
For bloggers, small businesses, and content creators, building a website can be technically overwhelming. WordPress.com eliminates the need for separate hosting, manual updates, and security configurations. You get a complete platform with automatic backups, global CDN performance, and unmetered traffic—all included. It's ideal for anyone who wants WordPress without managing servers.
Who is it for (and who is it not for)?
WordPress.com is best for bloggers, content creators, small businesses, and agencies seeking a fast, secure website with drag-and-drop simplicity. It also serves larger enterprises with its Enterprise WordPress plan. It may not suit developers who require full server control or those who want to install custom plugins on the free plan.
Real use cases
Use WordPress.com to launch a personal blog, an online store with the Commerce plan, a professional business site, or a newsletter. The AI website builder helps you create a site in minutes via chat, while thousands of themes and plugins let you customize anything from a portfolio to a membership community.
Key features
- Drag-and-drop editor — Build pages visually without coding
- Managed hosting — Automatic backups, updates, and security with global CDN
- Theme library — Choose from thousands of free and premium professional designs
- SEO tools — Built-in optimization for search engines
- Plugin support — Extend functionality with over 60,000 plugins on paid plans
- Free domain — One year free with annual plans
- Unmetered bandwidth — No traffic limits on all plans
SaaSpartout Score
7.7
/10
Editorial score from our review methodology — not user ratings.
WordPress.com Pricing
WordPress.com pricing: from €4/mo. Billing model: Freemium.
Free Plan
€0/mo — 6 GB storage, WordPress.com ads displayed, community support. Great for testing and small personal sites.
Personal Plan
from €4/mo (billed yearly) — 6 GB storage, free domain for one year, no ads, guided AI website builder, dozens of premium themes, and email support.
Premium Plan
Higher tier with more storage, advanced design customization, and monetization options. Exact pricing available on the official site.
Business Plan
Full plugin support, advanced SEO, and integrations for growing businesses. Contact WordPress.com for detailed pricing.
Commerce Plan
Built for online stores with powerful ecommerce features. Custom pricing based on needs.
A free plan is available with no time limit.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a free plan for WordPress.com?
Yes, WordPress.com offers a forever-free plan with 6 GB storage, WordPress.com ads displayed to visitors, and basic features. It's a great way to start without any cost.
How much does WordPress.com cost?
WordPress.com starts from €4 per month for the Personal plan (billed yearly). The free plan is also available. Higher-tier plans like Premium, Business, and Commerce offer more storage, plugins, and advanced features at increasing prices.
Who is WordPress.com best for?
WordPress.com is best for bloggers, small businesses, content creators, and agencies who want a fully managed website without technical setup. It's less suited for developers needing full server-level control.
What are the top alternatives to WordPress.com?
Popular alternatives include Wix, Squarespace, and self-hosted WordPress.org. Each has different strengths: Wix offers more drag-and-drop flexibility, Squarespace excels in design templates, and WordPress.org gives full plugin and server control.
Does WordPress.com support custom plugins?
Yes, on paid plans (Business and above) you can install over 60,000 plugins from the WordPress.com marketplace or upload your own. The free and Personal plans do not support custom plugin installation.
