Welcome to a quick and insightful episode of Ilkeston Web Design! I'm Darren, and today, we're tackling a website debate often seen on forums and social media: WordPress or custom-built websites? 

First things first – why are you building a website? How big is your business and what's your average turnover? How many customers do you have or want? Depending on your business objectives and budget, the choice between WordPress and a custom build may become clearer. 

WordPress, with its vast community and versatility, is our go-to platform. A whopping 810 million websites (about 43% of the entire internet) are built using WordPress as of 2023. Now, that's a number that speaks for itself.

From forums to meetups, there's a wealth of free resources available on the topic of WordPress. And if you ever need to hire someone, finding a WordPress specialist is a breeze compared to dealing with outdated software.

If you're just into casual blogging, WordPress.com might be a good start. But for serious businesses with future aspirations, the self-hosted WordPress.org is the way to go for ultimate control and ownership.

Before making a decision, it's crucial to research thoroughly. While platforms like Wix or Squarespace might seem tempting for a quick start, we'll focus on the heavyweight champion: WordPress. 

Press the podcast play button to find out why it's a favorite among website builders.

Read more about WordPress and custom build websites at the link below:

https://www.ilkestonwebdesign.com/business-website-wordpress-versus-custom/

What Kind of Website? Wordpress Vs Custom Build

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