QUICK START GUIDE: .ORG V .COM
[su_heading size=”27″]3. WordPress.com (Why .ORG is better)
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.COM is a simple and fast way to get started. However, consider these limitations:
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[su_note]The Limitations Of WordPress.com[/su_note]
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Supported by ads. Ads are required for free use.
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No selling allowed. (.com allows ecommerce only on Premium Business accounts for
$299.00/year) No Google Adwords. Potential revenue is limited to a commission on ads
once you meet certain traffic requirements.
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Platform owned by .com and it has the right to suspend you at any time.
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Use of themes and plugins is limited to only those provided for free.
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Themes & Plugins-You may not upload your own. You may use selected plugins by upgrading, but you can’t upload your own.
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If you have now chosen self-hosted WordPress.org,
proceed to Section 5 “HOSTING“
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[su_spoiler title=”In spite of the limitations, I want WordPress.com” style=”fancy”]4. Signup for .COM at https://signup.wordpress.com/signup
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