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Static Websites vs. WordPress: How to Choose

Both static sites and content management systems can support strong online experiences. The right choice depends on how the business needs to publish and operate.

Understand the real problem

Both static sites and content management systems can support strong online experiences. The right choice depends on how the business needs to publish and operate.

What to consider

Static-first sites can be fast and straightforward to host. A traditional CMS may suit frequent publishing by nontechnical editors, but adds updates, security responsibilities, and plugin decisions.

Practical next steps

Compare editing workflows, integrations, portability, maintenance, and total cost of ownership before choosing a platform.

These guides provide general information. Any recommendation for a specific website should be based on that site’s actual objectives, constraints, and evidence.

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