25 Reasons Your BusinessShould Switch to

Blogging, portfolio, business, it doesn't matter what you use your website for. WordPress is 100% free. There are no hidden charges, and the prices don't change if your website traffic rate goes up. WordPress will always be free to use, unless you choose to purchase additional options.

100% Free1

Typically when you install a content management system, or CMS, you have to hunt for files, install things, or configure long lists of different add-on options. WordPress not only is available to use directly after installation, but it also utilizes many add-on features as basic core requirements built into the website.

Powerful Directly After Installation2

WordPress is such a versatile feature. It doesn't matter if you'reusing it for a personal blog or for a new online business, it canmeet any and all of your needs. All you have to do is browsethrough their extensive list of features and extensions.

Versatile3

Some of the most commonly used search engines prefer WordPress powered websites due to the framework. In fact, during the San Francisco WordCamp in 2009, Google Software Engineer Matt Cutts, endorsed WordPress and even has his own personal blog via WordPress.

Search Engine Friendly4

WordPress is one of the most popular CMS options, and therefore, a target by hackers. However, WordPress takes security measures very seriously and is constantly updating the software used to prevent attacks. To help ensure you get the most up to date information, WordPress even has an automatic update feature installed since they released the WordPress 3.7.

Private and Safe5

WordPress offers thousands of different plug-in and theme options.With one click of your mouse, you can customize your website tolook and function exactly as you want it to. Due to the wide array offeatures, you can create the website you always dreamed of.

Extremely Customizable6

It doesn't matter how skilled you are, WordPress is great option to use. This simple to work platform is user friendly, easy to learn, and can be installed in a matter of minutes.

Novice Friendly7

WordPress offers a variety of troubleshooting options when you have a question or concern. You can contact WordPress directly or post your question in the extensive WordPress community to help offer a variety of different advice.

Support, Support, Support8

To enhance your user experience, it is recommended to add images, videos, and/or audio files. To help simplify the process, WordPress has offered an easy to use multimedia file inserting process. You can add images to pages, posts, edit files, or even view your current Media Library Screen.

Multimedia Hosting9

Every day it is more and more important to make sure your website is mobile friendly to accommodate the growing number of smart phones and tablets used to surf the internet. Never fear, WordPress has you covered and many of the themes are already mobile friendly.

Mobile Friendly10

Give your business a boost by using WordPress to integrate some of the more powerful platform options. For instance, you can use MailChimp to launch an email campaign or even add payment gateways to your website for business looking to get paid for their products or services.

Integration11

Although WordPress has equipped each of the newer versions with a build-in updater to help with security updates, WordPress will still notify you when new updates are available to download. This allows for easy management of your website and lets you stay on top of everything, keeping your website both safe and fresh.

Easy to Manage12

WordPress earned its great blogging platform reputation. You can insert the blog into any existing website or use it as a website by itself. Plus WordPress offers you both post and page structure, allowing you to create daily posts and/or static pages like a 'Contact Us' page.

For More than Blogs13

WordPress offers a variety of plug-ins and features to make establishing your community both easy and convenient. You can share blog posts on social media networks, communicate with visitors in your comments section. All you have to decide is decide what you want to do.

Establishes Community14

WordPress is free. Therefore, you can save money by avoiding expensive web designers or technicians. WordPress is user-friendly and easy to maintain, saving you money both on time and labor.

Saves Money15

When using WordPress for your business, you should be aware of the number of eCommerce solutions offered. You can use plug-ins such as WooCommerce, or WP ecommerce, to allow for easy ways to start making money online.

Numerous eCommerce Solutions16

If you need to switch providers or hosts, never fear. WordPress works with pretty much any server available. Therefore, if you need to switch to a hosting site who can handle more traffic, it's a simple process. Never worry about huge meltdowns over transferring again!

Never Commit to One Hosting Provider Again17

It doesn't matter if you need to update your theme because you want something festive for the holidays or just to create a new look, WordPress has thousands of free themes for you to choose from. Plus the theme options are constantly being updating and added to, allowing you to change your theme with a simple click of the button.

Helps Keep Your Site Looking Fresh18

Looking to grow a loyal fan base or make a little extra income? Try converting your WordPress into a membership website and create exclusive content for your members.

Use It as a Membership Service19

Running a website and a business can be exceedingly time-consuming. However, using WordPress you can add more time to your day by using their post scheduling feature. This feature allows you to complete post and schedule to publish during whatever time frame best suits you and your clientele.

Post Scheduling20

By including Testimonials on your website, you assure your potentialclientele your products and/or services are worth investing in. Maketestimonials even easier by installing one of the quick and easyplug-ins such as Testimonials Widget or Easy Testimonials.

Include Testimonials21

Do you ever need to publish your article or blog post immediately but your program won't allow it? No problem. WordPress allows you to create amazing content and publish it with one-click publishing Plus you can use a number of apps to publish your content to WordPress no matter where you are.

One-Click Publishing22

Many website owners have to rely on other people for the general upkeep and day to day running of the website. WordPress knows this, and thus created a variety of roles to help you assign different responsibility levels. These roles include:

Multiple User Capabilities23

Super Admin – Person with the ability to access all features for the entire site network including: creating other administrators, give access rights to and from individuals, manage multiple websites, etc. Administrator – Person with the ability to access to all administrative features for an individual website. Editor – Person with the ability to manage any posts written, and to publish them to the website, including posts created by other users.Author – Person with the ability to manage any posts written by them, and to publish the articles to the websiteContributor – Person with the ability to manage any posts they write, but require a role with more authority to have the articles published.Subscriber – Person with the ability to manage their own profile.

It doesn't matter what you use WordPress for, your dashboard will always look the same because WordPress uses a universal platform. Avoid hiring experts or spending excessive amounts of time trying to figure out how to code. Anyone who has any general PHP or MYSQL experience will have no difficulties using WordPress.

Universal Platform24

WordPress only hires top-notch developers, improving the options and features as time goes on. Plus WordPress is open source. Therefore, any developer can enhance their user experience to create the best CMS option available.

WordPress Continues to Get Better & Better25