WordPress is a popular content management system (CMS) used to build websites and blogs. Here’s a quick overview and some common questions to help you tell me what you need.
WordPress.org (self-hosted): You download the WordPress software and install it on your own hosting. You control everything (themes, plugins, code), but you’re responsible for hosting, backups, security, and updates.
WordPress.com (hosted): WordPress hosts your site for you. It’s easier to start, with less setup and fewer technical responsibilities, but with limits on themes/plugins and sometimes monetization unless you pay for higher plans.
What you typically do with WordPress
Create pages and posts with the block-based editor (Gutenberg). -Choose and customize themes to change your site’s look. -Extend functionality with plugins (SEO, forms, backups, security, e-commerce). -Manage users and roles (admin, editor, author, contributor, subscriber). -Optimize for search engines, performance, and security. -Back up and keep WordPress, themes, and plugins updated.
Suggested project plan and deliverables:
Discovery and strategy
Define goals, target audience, required features, sitemap
Brand and style guidelines if needed
Design
Wireframes, visual mockups, responsive layouts
Development
Theme approach (custom theme vs. page builder)
Core functionality, plugins, integrations
Accessibility and performance considerations
Content and SEO
Content migration or creation, on-page SEO basics, schema
Quality assurance
Cross-browser/device testing, accessibility checks
Launch
Final checks, backups, security hardening, analytics setup
Post-launch
Documentation, training, and a maintenance plan
The wpmatik team offers WordPress solutions in Türkiye.