What does WordPress replace?

WordPress is a free alternative to Squarespace ($228/yr) and Wix.

Is WordPress open source?

Yes. WordPress is licensed under GPL-2.0-or-later, an OSI-approved open-source license.

Yes (self-hosted server; web UI).

Yes. WordPress is a server app you run on your own server.

A free, open-source alternative to Squarespace and Wix. Switching saves $228/yr at list price.

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Open source · GPL-2.0-or-later Linux Self-hostable

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Self-host

Runs on your own Linux server. Setup docs are on wordpress.org.

What does WordPress replace?: WordPress is a free alternative to Squarespace ($228/yr) and Wix.
Is WordPress open source?: Yes. WordPress is licensed under GPL-2.0-or-later, an OSI-approved open-source license.
Does WordPress run on Linux?: Yes (self-hosted server; web UI).
Can you self-host WordPress?: Yes. WordPress is a server app you run on your own server.