I built my business site on WordPress and often recommend it — along with tools like Jetpack and the new AI website builder — to people in my network. I’m an experienced website designer, but I’m not a software developer. Vibe coding has been a fun, seemingly magical way to turn ideas into working mini-apps,…
On December 2, WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg, Executive Director Mary Hubbard, and Lead Architect Matías Ventura took the stage in San Francisco — joined by contributors and guests from around the world. And for the first time, a major WordPress release launched live during the keynote — WordPress 6.9 went out to the world as…
WordPress 6.9 is a pivotal release that strengthens the foundation for where WordPress is heading next. The updates to the Abilities API, Interactivity API, Block Bindings, DataViews, and DataForm make the platform more connected and easier to customize. This release also puts developers in a better position to build interactive and intelligent features as WordPress…
WordPress 6.9 is here, bringing a handful of upgrades that make life easier for bloggers, creators, and site owners. This release speeds up everyday work, improves how teams collaborate, and adds new block options that give you more room to shape your site the way you want. Here’s a look at the standout WordPress 6.9…
Using AI website builders is like having a conversation with a designer, developer, and copywriter rolled into one — anything you describe can be turned into a reality. Whether you’re designing layouts, writing copy, or refining appearances, AI handles it all through simple language prompts. This guide shows you how to build a WordPress website…
If you’re planning to move your site to WordPress.com, this step-by-step WordPress migration checklist covers everything you need for a smooth, stress-free process. You’ll find the exact workflow and steps I’ve used to successfully move WordPress sites so that you can complete your own website migration with confidence. TL;DR: Quick WordPress migration checklist Here’s a…
When you’re starting a website, hosting can feel like one of the trickier choices — especially if you’re trying to balance cost, performance, security, and simplicity. In short, shared hosting is the budget-friendly option where multiple websites share the same server, while managed WordPress hosting offers better speed, security, and automatic maintenance. This guide breaks…
Today, we’re celebrating 20 years of WordPress.com! We set out to put the power of publishing into everyone’s hands, and since then, millions of you have used it to build amazing things. Our beginnings and our purpose On June 20, 2005, WordPress project co-founder Matt Mullenweg hired Donncha Ó Caoimh (a software developer and WordPress…
WordPress’s open-source nature gives you true ownership and flexibility for your website. Unlike proprietary site builders, it allows you full control over every aspect of your site — from hosting and design to performance and functionality. This matters because your website is a long-term asset. The platform you choose establishes the foundation for everything you…
WordPress lets you do almost anything on your site — from publishing blog posts and selling products to, yes, even adding playable games. Games can be a fun extra or even a central part of your website experience. Whether used as digital easter eggs or interactive content, they’re a creative way to surprise visitors and…