25 Reasons Your Business Should Switch to WordPress

1. 25 Reasons Your Business
Should Switch to

2. 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

3. WordPress is such a versatile feature. It doesn't matter if you're
using it for a personal blog or for a new online business, it can
meet any and all of your needs. All you have to do is browse
through 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

4. 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 to
look and function exactly as you want it to. Due to the wide array of
features, you can create the website you always dreamed of.
Extremely Customizable6

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. By including Testimonials on your website, you assure your potential
clientele your products and/or services are worth investing in. Make
testimonials even easier by installing one of the quick and easy
plug-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

13. 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 website
Contributor – 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.

14. 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 & Better
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