Does wordpress take commission from sales if hosted elsewhere?

  • adriaan123

    (@adriaan123)


    2 weken, 3 dagen geleden

    Does wordpress take commissions if you used the wordpress software to make your website but you host it somewhere else? Or is it only if you choose hosting from wordpress? I see they have a free hosting plan too….?

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  • Bouke Lourens

    (@dewebdeveloper)

    1 week, 6 dagen geleden

    If you use WordPress.org software on your own hosting (like SiteGround, Bluehost, etc.):

    • No commissions go to WordPress.
    • You have full control over your site, plugins, themes, and monetization.
    • WordPress.org is open-source and free — they don’t take a cut of your sales, donations, or ads.
    • WooCommerce (also free) follows the same model — though some advanced features/extensions are paid.

    If you use WordPress.com (the hosted platform):

    • There can be fees, depending on your plan and what you’re selling.
    • Their free plan doesn’t allow you to sell products directly (no plugins or e-commerce).
    • On paid plans, you can sell, but:
      • They may charge commissions if you use their eCommerce plan or built-in payment features.
      • You’re more limited compared to self-hosted WordPress.

    I hope this has provided you with the information you need 🙂

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