Self Hosted WordPress.org Vs Free Hosted WordPress.com

This video discusses the difference between the 2 types of WordPress platforms.

1. One is the self hosted WordPress.org version
2. The other is the free hosted WordPress.com version

WordPress.org

• WordPress.org is self hosted software.
• You’ll need to find your own web host.
• You’ll also need to install the WordPress.org software.

You can customize your site using your own theme or high a web designer

• You can also add any of the 20,000 free plugins and create custom functions
• Full access which you control on your own server
• Highly flexible however a little harder to get started than WordPress.com

WordPress.com

• WordPress.com is a free hosted platform
• Need to select a username
• Your username will be included in your website address

Example: www.yourusername.wordpress.com

• You can add your own unique domain name if your purchase an upgrade
• You can also customize your theme if you purchase a custom upgrade
• Includes default plugins however you cannot add more plugins

Free hosted and automattic updates for beginners

• No access to the WordPress.com servers
• Security is taken care of however they can suspend your site if you break the rules
• You can move your content at a later date to a self hosted WordPress.org site
• Can remove advertisements by purchasing an upgrade

In conclusion, its very easy to create a WordPress.com account and start blogging immediately.

WordPress.org requires a bit more time to setup however you have more flexibility & complete control.