Welcome to WordPress.com! Whether you want to start a blog, build a website for your small business, or something in between, there are a few basics that apply to every site you’re looking to create.
You can use this guide to learn:
- How to add content, like posts and pages, to your site
- How to use the Block editor
- How to use the Customizer to make site-wide changes, like adding a menu and setting the home page
Video: Getting Started with WordPress.com
The Basics
There are two parts to every WordPress.com site:
Content – the content on your site is made up of pages, posts, and media. You can add or edit pages and posts by going to My Sites → Posts/Pages. You will make changes using the Block editor.
Customization – Site-wide changes, such as editing menus, adjusting colors, adding widgets, and more, are done from …
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