{"id":37327,"date":"2020-12-29T12:14:39","date_gmt":"2020-12-29T10:14:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/themeisle.com\/blog\/?p=37327"},"modified":"2025-10-15T16:11:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T13:11:16","slug":"how-easy-is-wordpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/themeisle.com\/blog\/how-easy-is-wordpress\/","title":{"rendered":"How Easy Is WordPress to Use? What You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

How easy is WordPress to use? If you plan to build your first website with this platform, the question has likely crossed your mind. This open-source content management system (CMS) has grown in popularity because it\u2019s relatively straightforward. However, that doesn\u2019t always mean it\u2019s easy<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For instance, if your project has low technical requirements, WordPress can be as simple as you want. Still, once you dip your toes into the pool of possibilities this CMS offers, things can get a little more complicated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article will discuss whether WordPress is easy to use and flag potential barriers to entry. We\u2019ll also suggest a few solutions to make your experience with the platform more user-friendly. Let\u2019s go!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A quick introduction to WordPress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

WordPress started primarily as a blogging platform. Nowadays, it\u2019s evolved into a robust CMS that powers over 42.5%[1]<\/sup> of all websites worldwide, ranging from simple blogs to complex portals.<\/p>\n\n\n

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To compare, the next most popular open-source website platform, Joomla, has less than 3% of the market share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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While WordPress itself is free<\/a>, which means you only need to invest in web hosting<\/a> and a domain name<\/a> to use it. You\u2019ll also need a few other tools, such as a theme and plugins to add features.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Why WordPress might be difficult for new users at first<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have no previous web publishing experience, starting a website can be overwhelming. For instance, WordPress comes with its own dashboard, which is where you can customize your site<\/a>, install plugins<\/a> and themes, tweak settings<\/a>, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The WordPress dashboard can take a while to get used to, as some terms might be confusing at first. For instance, you\u2019ll come across posts vs pages<\/a>, or custom post types<\/a>, which are not interchangeable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, WordPress relies on themes and plugins. There’s an abundance of tools on the market that can transform your site into almost anything you wish. However, this could easily become overwhelming as multiple plugins promise the same or similar features, making it difficult to choose between them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While using WordPress does not require any coding knowledge, customizing your theme is often not that straightforward. By default, you don\u2019t get quite the same visual editing experience as you would with Squarespace or Wix<\/a>, although the Site Editor has evolved in that direction. Modern block themes are easier for beginners since they allow visual customization out of the box. Some poorly coded themes might also be a pain to adjust unless you\u2019re an advanced user.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, WordPress security<\/a> is another huge topic that might complicate things further. For starters, you’ll have to ensure you keep WordPress core, your theme, and your plugins up to date<\/a>, as older versions could open up security loopholes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On top of all of this, you’ll also have to navigate challenges common to most website building platforms. These include choosing a hosting provider, search engine optimization (SEO)<\/a>, and monitoring your website analytics<\/a>. While not WordPress-specific, contending with these responsibilities may still make the platform seem harder to use than other solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to make WordPress more user-friendly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While WordPress can feel overwhelming for some people at first, there are some strategies that you can implement to make it a lot easier to use WordPress. With the right tools, it can be an excellent platform for first-time website owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are a few ways to make your WordPress experience more enjoyable:<\/p>\n\n\n\n