Wordpress.com or wordpress.org - what's the difference?
Those who want to create their own blog quickly come across Wordpress.com and Wordpress.org, but the difference between the two services is usually not immediately apparent. Despite the relationship between the two sides, they both have different functions. We clarify it.
Wordpress.org - what is it?
WordPress.org is free software that allows you to design and manage your own website in your browser.
- The software is free, but you need a host for your website. Wordpress is just the software for creating this. So you need a website provider that supports the direct installation of Wordpress on your website. These are usually chargeable.
- If Wordpress is now set up for your website, you have full freedom of action. You can design your website as you want. For example, free themes from third parties can also be integrated into your website.
Wordpress.com - what is it?
The Wordpress.com website, on the other hand, hosts your website itself, so it does not require any installation and is also free of charge.
- With this variant of Wordpress, you can immediately start designing your own website after a short registration. In any case, your web address ends at ".wordpress.com".
- You can access the same user interface as Wordpress.org, but you are somewhat limited in your actions. Themes cannot be created by yourself, only templates are available.
- However, there are numerous paid upgrades that you can use to compensate for these inequalities between the two services. This way you can buy extra storage space, videos can be displayed or you can prevent advertising on the edge of the website. However, all of this comes at a price. Only the basic functions are free of charge, but are sufficient for a simple website or blog.
Conclusion
Both services are free, but there are usually fees for hosting your own website with Wordpress.org.
- Wordpress.org: You have full access to all functions without any restrictions. There are no limits to your creativity and freedom of action. The service is ideal for small businesses or private users who want to build their own website or blog seriously and easily.
- Wordpress.com: You use the same user interface as at Worpress.org, but not all functions are available free of charge. Many can only be activated against payment. Nevertheless, the service is worthwhile for a quick and easy setup of a website or blog. Especially if you have little knowledge of programming or blogging.
- Wordpress.com is much easier and worry-free to use and ensures a quick and free start for your own website. With Wordpress.org you manage your own customizable website without any restrictions and, if desired, also at a professional level.
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