WordPress.com
Automattic
WordPress.com is managed WordPress hosting from Automattic. Its pricing page says plans start free, and paid plans bundle a custom domain, privacy and security in one price. It also offers an AI website builder, newsletters, ecommerce, and developer tools including Studio (local development) and a REST API.
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What it is
Hosted WordPress from Automattic, with plans starting free and developer tools like Studio and the REST API.
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Good fit
- Founders who want a blog or docs site that non-developers can edit
- Content-led launches that need SEO-friendly publishing
Limits
- Plugins and custom code depend on the plan
- Heavier than a static site for a single landing page
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