Your online presence is paramount to the success and well-being of your future self. Whether it’s for sharing your latest creative project, building an impressive portfolio, or simply expressing your ideas, owning a personal website gives you the power to control your online identity. It’s a space where you can showcase your work, share your story, and set yourself apart in a sea of digital noise.

A simple website can, in fact, change the world. 

You are the future of the web 

At WordPress.com, we know that students are at the forefront of driving online culture. Michael Dell founded Dell while he was a student at the University of Texas. Google came to life when Larry and Sergey were at Stanford. Mark Zuckerberg was 19 when he started Facebook. We could keep going. 

To kickstart your own world-changing ideas, we want to give you a free website. 

Starting this week, university students can get a free Premium WordPress.com website for one year. We’re offering this opportunity to the first 1,000 students who sign up.

Investing in yourself—here’s what you get with a WordPress.com premium plan  

A website is more than a tool. It’s an investment in your future. As the job market becomes increasingly competitive, having an online space where you can display your work, write about your passions, and connect with like-minded people is invaluable. From resumes to portfolios to blogs, your WordPress.com site will grow as you do.

Here’s what’s included when you take advantage of this free website offer: 

• Free custom domain name for the first year: Choose a personalized domain that reflects your identity.
• Premium themes: Kickstart your site with professionally designed, fully customizable templates.
• 13 GB of storage: Plenty of room to host your photos, videos, and other media, with ownership that’s entirely yours.
• SSL certificate: Your site is secure and protected by industry-standard encryption.
• Ad-free experience: Build and manage your site without ads distracting your visitors.

No matter what you’re creating, WordPress.com’s Premium plan gives you all the tools you need to succeed.

How to secure your free website 

Here’s how you can grab this amazing deal:

1. Submit the interest form ASAP: Head over to our campaign landing page and fill out the form with your details. Be quick—only the first 1,000 students will get the free site!
2. Verify your student status: After you’ve submitted the form, you’ll receive an email asking you to verify your student status through VerifyPass. This step ensures that our offer goes to real students.
3. Claim your free website: Once your student status is verified, you’ll receive a unique coupon code that allows you to create a new Premium plan website for free.
4. Build your site: Choose your domain, select a theme, and start building! 

This offer is perfect for students looking to stand out in their personal and professional journeys. Don’t miss out on this chance to create a space that’s truly your own.

Get started right away  

Having your own website is a game-changer in an online world increasingly controlled by social media algorithms. You’ll stand out by breaking the mold and announcing yourself as an individual, unmoved by the platform of the moment. 

WordPress.com is here to help you take that leap.

Take control of your digital identity. Sign up now and claim your free website while spots are still open!

Since we launched the Automattic for Agencies program earlier this summer, we’ve helped agencies save thousands of dollars and countless developer hours.

Today, we’re making it easier than ever for agencies to connect with potential clients by presenting the new WordPress.com Partner Directory. This directory lists top-tier agencies for our customers who are looking for a partner for their web development projects.

If your agency’s growth is top of mind, there’s no better time to join Automattic for Agencies. In addition to saving time and money, your company could be eligible for a listing in our official partner directory, paving the way for more qualified leads and, ultimately, happy clients.

Get your agency in front of eager customers 

When someone needs a professional website, it can be hard to find the right agency to work with. Sifting through search engine results and going through credentials takes a lot of time and energy, which can leave them exhausted before they even get to your digital door. With the launch of the partner directory, we’re making it easier for consumers to find and connect with vetted, talented agencies—like yours.

When you apply to the agency directory, your application will be reviewed to assess critical areas like security, performance, and adherence to different business requirements. Accepted agencies can showcase their profile across the Woo, Jetpack, and Pressable brand directories via a single listing.

Visit our knowledge base for information about detailed application steps and criteria for inclusion as well as agency tiering and benefits.

Join Automattic for Agencies today

In addition to our curated directory, the Automattic for Agencies program brings together powerful hosting and a professional suite of plugins and tools in a flexible platform that allows your team to focus on building beautiful and functional websites.

At its core, Automattic for Agencies allows for the bulk purchasing and reselling of WordPress.com hosting plans (along with WooCommerce and Jetpack plugins). Our platform also equips you with direct referrals and invoicing, license management, and monitoring tools to assess security and performance needs across all your sites.

As an added bonus, Automattic for Agencies gives your agency access to volume discounts for your clients. Your first WordPress.com site starts at $30 per month; but with ten or more sites, the price drops to just $10 per site, per month. (All WordPress.com sites purchased through the agency program are on our powerful Business plan.)

Those savings coupled with our referral incentives make Automattic for Agencies a potent combination for growing your agency’s offerings and profitability.

Get started today and connect with new clients

Ultimately, our goal is to funnel more business your way, so that you can keep doing what you do best.

I’ve always enjoyed dabbling in illustration, and at one point, I had a WordPress blog to showcase my artwork. Back then, I didn’t really think much about how big of an impact WordPress had on the web— I was just focused on sharing my art. Recently, however, I started wondering just how many people actually use WordPress and what kind of influence it has across the internet.

Knowing these numbers can be pretty useful, not just for big businesses or marketers but for anyone who uses the platform. Whether you’re a creator like me or someone looking to build an online presence, understanding WordPress stats can help you stay ahead of trends and make better decisions.

So, let’s examine 20 WordPress stats that are shaping 2024.

WordPress Usage

1. Almost half of the world’s websites use WordPress

WordPress powers a massive 43.4% of all websites, making it the dominant platform in the web development space. It’s popular because it’s flexible, easy to use, and open-source, making it simple for both beginners and pros to build websites fast. Plus, its huge library of themes, plugins, and active community make it an excellent choice for all kinds of sites, from blogs to online stores.

2. WordPress rules the CMS market share

WordPress dominates the content management system (CMS) market with a huge 62.5% share. Its simple setup, wide range of features, and ability to adapt to sites of all sizes have solidified its position as the top choice for many users.



3. WordPress 6.6 is leading the Pack 

WordPress 6.6 has been downloaded over 79 million times, making it the most used version to date. This is obviously due to its version’s improved features, performance boosts, and security updates, which encourage users to upgrade. Its widespread adoption also reflects how WordPress consistently meets user expectations with every new release.

4. WordPress powers a fourth  of the top 10,000 websites

WordPress holds a solid 25.38% share among the top 10,000 websites worldwide. This indicates that even highly visited and complex sites trust WordPress.  Its ability to handle heavy traffic and advanced features shows it’s not just for small blogs but also a favorite among major players.

5. Top languages in WordPress

English dominates WordPress with 71% of users, followed by Spanish at 4.7%, and Indonesian at 2.4%. This indicates that WordPress has a strong global presence but remains most popular in English-speaking regions. The platform’s multilingual support likely helps attract users from non-English-speaking countries.

6. Number of  people who visit WordPress sites every month

Every month, over 409 million people land on WordPress sites. This highlights its widespread use and popularity across different types of websites worldwide.

7. Monthly page views on WordPress

With more than 20 billion page views each month, WordPress handles a massive amount of traffic. This shows how heavily the platform is relied upon for hosting and delivering content.

8. New posts created monthly on WordPress

WordPress users create around 70 million new posts each month. This highlights how actively people use the platform to share fresh content, from personal blogs to professional articles.

Every month, 77 million new comments are made on WordPress sites. This level of interaction shows strong community engagement and the platform’s ability to foster conversations between content creators and their audiences.

10. WordPress User Intent



According to a Q4 2023 WordPress survey, 55.1% of users use the platform for personal or passion projects, showing it remains a favorite for individual content creators. Meanwhile, 48.8% of users build sites as services for clients, demonstrating the platform’s popularity among freelancers and agencies. Another 43.1% use it to run their businesses, reflecting WordPress’s role as a strong business tool.

Interestingly, 36.7% use it for their employer or place of work, proving it’s also trusted in professional environments. Fewer users, around 13.7%, focus on school or academic purposes, and 8.1% of respondents said none of the above, which could indicate niche or alternative uses.

WordPress Commerce

11. WooCommerce dominates the ecommerce world

WooCommerce powers approximately 36.18% of active eCommerce stores based on the provided data. This is likely due to its seamless integration with WordPress, which is widely used for websites. Its customizable features and vast plugin library allow businesses to tailor their stores without heavy upfront costs. Additionally, it’s user-friendly for beginners yet powerful enough for larger businesses. This balance of affordability and scalability makes it a popular choice.

12. WooCommerce sees strong growth in 2024 Q2



WooCommerce saw a 46% year-over-year increase in active stores in Q2 2024. The surge suggests more businesses are choosing WooCommerce for its affordability and integration with WordPress.

13. Top product categories for WooCommerce stores in 2024



Home & Garden products are the most popular category for WooCommerce stores, with 5.3% of stores selling these items. Apparel follows closely at 4.8%, while Business & Industrial products account for 3.7%.

WordPress Plugins

14. WordPress’s plugin collection continues to grow

WordPress now has over 59,000 plugins that allow users to add features like SEO tools, security, and eCommerce functions. These plugins make it easy to customize websites without needing advanced coding skills.

15. Most popular WordPress plugins

In a 2023 survey, the most used WordPress plugin is Yoast SEO, with 23.3% usage, leading over the others. Close behind is the Classic Editor, with 18.4%, followed by WooCommerce at 17.3%, which is also highly popular. 

Wordfence rounds out the top four with 15.6%, showing solid use among WordPress users. These plugins are favored for WordPress SEO, editing, e-commerce, and security, reflecting their importance in website management.

WordPress Themes

16. WordPress theme variety

WordPress offers over 12,000 free themes, providing users with a wide array of options for building and customizing their websites. In addition to this extensive collection, other marketplaces and platforms offer premium themes with advanced features and designs. 

17. Top WordPress themes among the top 1 million websites

Hello Elementor continues to dominate with 14,452 websites, representing 1.45% of the top 1 million websites. Astra Theme follows with 10,904 websites, holding a 1.09% market share. Divi is close behind, powering 10,782 websites, securing a 1.08% share.

WordPress Security

18. Security vulnerabilities in WordPress

According to research by Sucuri, 60.04% of analyzed websites had at least one backdoor, while 52.6% contained some form of SEO spam. Notably, 95.62% of these compromised websites were running on WordPress, highlighting the platform’s large user base and potential security risks if not properly managed.

19. Malware targeting WordPress security plugins

Research published in 2023 by Snicco & WeWatchYourWebsite revealed that up to 14% of malware tampers with WordFence, the most popular WordPress security plugin. Hackers often exploit old or unsupported plugins to gain access to websites. These outdated plugins may contain unpatched vulnerabilities, making it easier for attackers to inject malicious code or bypass security measures.

20. Increase in abandoned WordPress plugins and themes

In 2023, the Patchstack team reported 827 abandoned plugins and themes to the WordPress team, a significant increase from the 147 reported in 2022. Of these, 58.16% were permanently removed from the plugin repository, emphasizing the growing issue of outdated and unsupported plugins on the platform.

Wrapping up

The latest WordPress statistics paint a vivid picture of why it continues to reign as the go-to platform for businesses and individuals worldwide. Its unparalleled reach, endless customization options, and vibrant community make it a top choice for creating everything from personal blogs to dynamic, high-traffic websites. 

Yet, with such widespread popularity comes the inevitable downside—WordPress is also a frequent target for cyberattacks. Fortunately, the platform continuously evolves, offering robust security updates and a vast array of plugins to safeguard against threats.