WordPress.com review — 2026
★★★★☆ Overall score: 4/5
Hosted WordPress from Automattic (parent of WordPress). Easier than self-hosted, less flexible than .org.
Monthly: $9.00/mo
Annual (first year): $108.00/year
Annual (renewal): $108.00/year
Money-back: 14 days
Annual (first year): $108.00/year
Annual (renewal): $108.00/year
Money-back: 14 days
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Protection
| Malware detection rate | 0% |
|---|---|
| False-positive rate | n/a |
| AV-TEST score | n/a |
| Real-time protection | ✓ |
| Ransomware protection | ✓ |
| Firewall | ✓ |
Bundled features
| VPN included | ✗ |
|---|---|
| Password manager | ✗ |
| Parental controls | ✗ |
| Dark web monitoring | ✗ |
| Identity theft protection | ✗ |
| Cloud backup | ✗ |
Compatibility
| Devices covered | Web + Mobile |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
Our review
WordPress.com is the hosted WordPress option from Automattic. Easier than self-hosting but less flexible. Best for non-technical bloggers who want WordPress without server management. For full WordPress flexibility, use SiteGround or Hostinger instead.
Pros
- Hosted by Automattic — no server management
- Tight integration with Jetpack security + performance
- Free tier with WordPress.com subdomain
- Strong blogging features
- Built-in SEO and analytics
Cons
- Free + Personal tiers restrict plugins and themes (Business tier required for full WP)
- Less flexible than self-hosted WordPress
- Pricing higher than shared hosts running WordPress (SiteGround, Hostinger)
- Limited theme customization on lower tiers