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WordPress

🌎 wordpress.com

WordPress.com is a hosted version of the open-source WordPress software, providing users with tools to build websites, sell online, and publish content. It is part of Automattic, a software development company that offers various products including WooCommerce, Jetpack, and Tumblr. WordPress.com is known for its user-friendly features, security, and support, making it a popular choice for bloggers and businesses alike.

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WordPress - Latest News and Updates

• WordPress has introduced style variations and additional features for the Issue theme, available with the Premium plan or for free trial.
• WordPress has added a feature to automatically share blog posts to major social networks.
• WordPress has introduced a new prompt asking users how their political views have changed over time, replacing previous content about travel aspirations.
• Cris Busquets has been promoted to Head of Design at WordPress.com as of late December 2024.
• The WordPress community has been experiencing intense drama and division since WordCamp US in September, according to Anne McCarthy, Product Manager at Automattic.

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