Choosing Your Platform: Why WordPress Is the Best Choice

Before you start designing your blog or writing your first post, you need to choose the right platform. This decision will determine how easy it is to manage your site, customize its look, and grow your audience over time.

Why WordPress?

There are many blogging platforms available, but WordPress.org is by far the best choice for most bloggers. It’s used by over 40% of all websites on the internet, and for good reason:

• Full Control – Unlike free platforms like Blogger or Medium, WordPress lets you own your site entirely.
• Endless Customization – With thousands of themes and plugins, you can design your blog exactly how you want.
• SEO-Friendly – WordPress makes it easier to rank on Google and attract organic traffic.
• Scalable – Whether you’re starting small or aiming for millions of readers, WordPress grows with you.
• Monetization Ready – You can easily make money with ads, affiliate marketing, memberships, and more.

WordPress.org vs. WordPress.com

One common mistake new bloggers make is confusing WordPress.org with WordPress.com. Here’s the key difference:

• WordPress.org – The best option. It’s free, open-source, and gives you full control over your website.
• WordPress.com – A limited, hosted version with restrictions on monetization and customization.

If you’re serious about blogging, go with WordPress.org. It requires a small investment in web hosting (which we’ll cover next), but it gives you complete freedom to build your blog however you like.

Next up: How to choose the right domain name and hosting for your blog.