# Is WordPress org free to use?

Is WordPress org free to use?

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- Posted at: over 3 years ago
- Author title: Pinned by G2 as a common question
- Net upvotes: 5


## Comments
### Comment 1

Yes. WordPress.org is free to use, but running a website with it usually involves some costs.

-> WordPress software: Free and open-source.
-> Web hosting: Usually paid (e.g., ₹100–₹500+ per month depending on the provider).
-> Domain name: Usually paid (e.g., ₹500–₹1,500 per year for a .com).
-> Themes/plugins: Many are free, but premium options can cost extra.
-> SSL certificate: Often free through your hosting provider.

So, WordPress.org itself is free, but a live WordPress.org website isn't necessarily free because you need hosting and usually a domain.

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- Posted at: 4 days ago
- Author title: Developer



### Comment 2

Yes, WordPress.org is free to use. The CMS is open-source, which means you can download, use, and modify it freely.

However, you’ll still need hosting or a server to make your website live online. You can either turn your own PC/laptop into a server or purchase hosting from a hosting provider to host your website and make it accessible on the internet.

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- Posted at: 3 months ago
- Author title: Satya



### Comment 3

It's free, but if you need website template or elementor, these are not free but the price is fairly not expensive too.

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- Posted at: about 3 years ago




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