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Jekyll vs WordPress
Both stand on blogging platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source LinuxMacSelf-hosted+2
Jekyll provides a text-to-static-site workflow with blog features, themes, plugins, and multiple deployment options. Its installation dependencies are worth checking before choosing it.
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Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+2
WordPress offers a flexible publishing foundation with options for both nontechnical site builders and developers. The self-hosted plan is free, but requires hosting and a domain of your own.
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| Jekyll | WordPress | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | WordPress |
| Website | jekyllrb.com | wordpress.org |
| On blogging platforms | #5 of 125 | #1 of 125 |
Jekyll: what it does well
- Free and open source.
- Includes blog features such as posts and categories.
- Themes can be overridden by site content.
- Static output supports varied deployment methods.
- Safe mode can restrict plugins through a whitelist.
What to know first
- Installation requires Ruby 2.7.0 or higher.
- Installation also requires RubyGems, GCC, and Make.
- No free trial is listed.
WordPress: what it does well
- Free open-source software under GPLv2-or-later.
- Sites can be customized without code.
- Plugins add a range of site capabilities.
- Publishing includes scheduled posts and revisions.
- Available in more than 70 languages.
What to know first
- Self-hosted use requires your own hosting and domain.
- The project recommends PHP 8.3 or later.
- Only the latest version is officially supported.
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