With so many website platforms available today — from Wix and Squarespace to Shopify and Webflow — it’s easy to wonder: Is WordPress still the best option for small business websites in 2025?
In a word: yes. Here’s why WordPress continues to be the smartest, most flexible choice for small business owners who want results without being locked into a platform.
1. Full Ownership & Flexibility
Unlike hosted platforms (like Wix or Shopify), WordPress gives you complete ownership of your website files, database, and hosting. You’re not tied to a single provider or subscription model, and you can move or scale your site as needed.
2. It’s Built to Grow With You
Whether you’re a one-person business or a growing team, WordPress can adapt. Start with a simple brochure site, and expand into e-commerce, online booking, membership areas, or even full learning platforms — all with the same CMS.
3. Thousands of Plugins, No Code Required
WordPress has over 60,000 plugins, giving you access to tools for SEO, performance, contact forms, marketing automation, and more — often without needing a developer. (Of course, if you need one, that’s where I come in.)
4. SEO That Gives You a Competitive Edge
With plugins like Yoast SEO or Rank Math, WordPress makes it easy to optimize your content, titles, meta descriptions, and more. Combine that with fast hosting and mobile optimization, and your site is primed to rank higher on Google.
5. A Global Ecosystem of Support
Need help? You’re not locked into one support team or vendor. WordPress is open-source and backed by a massive global community of developers, designers, and contributors — including freelancers like me who can build custom solutions when your business needs more than a template.
Is WordPress Right for Your Business?
If you’re looking for a site that’s professional, scalable, and built to support real business goals, WordPress is still the best foundation. I’ve helped dozens of small businesses get online — or get back on track — using WordPress as the backbone.
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