WordPress

WordPress
What is WordPress?
WordPress is a free, open-source Content Management System (CMS) used to create and manage websites easily—without needing advanced coding skills.

It powers 40%+ of all websites on the internet, making it the most popular website platform in the world.
There are two versions:
WordPress.org – Self-hosted version (you install it on your own hosting)
WordPress.com – Hosted version (managed by the company)
Who Invented WordPress?
WordPress was created in 2003 by:
Matt Mullenweg
Mike Little
It started as a blogging tool and later evolved into a full website-building platform.
The company behind WordPress.com is:
Automattic
Main Uses of WordPress
WordPress can be used to create:

• Blogs
• Business websites
• E-commerce stores (using plugins like WooCommerce)
• Online courses
• Portfolio websites
• News websites
• Membership sites

• Landing pages
  Advantages of WordPress

• Free & Open Source

• Anyone can download and use it for free.

• Easy to Use

• Beginner-friendly dashboard.

• Thousands of Themes

• You can change website design easily.

• Plugins (Extra Features)

• Over 50,000+ plugins for SEO, security, e-commerce, etc.

• SEO Friendly

• Works well with search engines like Google.

• Large Community Support

• Millions of users worldwide.

• Flexible & Scalable

• Can grow from a small blog to a large company website.

Disadvantages of WordPress

• Security Risks
• Because it’s popular, hackers target it more often.
• Requires Updates
• Themes and plugins must be updated regularly.
• Can Become Slow
• Too many plugins can reduce speed.
• Maintenance Needed
• You must manage hosting, backups, and security (especially WordPress.org).
• Plugin Conflicts
• Sometimes plugins don’t work well together.

WordPress.org vs WordPress.com
Features
WordPress.org
WordPress.com

• Hosting
• You buy your own
• Included
• Customization
• Full control
• Limited (unless paid plan)
• Plugins
• Allowed
• Limited in free plan
• Cost
• Hosting cost

• Free & paid plans
  Who Should Use WordPress?

• Beginners

• Bloggers

• Small businesses