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02: Which WordPress Should You Choose? The Oh Ar Gee or the See Oh Em?

15m · WordPress Simplified · 17 Nov 12:00

It can be confusing when you find that there are TWO versions of WordPress. But Don't worry, cuz I got your back as always!

In today's episode, you'll get reasons to choose the dot org WordPress and reasons you might choose the dot com WordPress.

I also give a quick pricing comparison so you know how that may affect which one you pick as well.

If you need the transcript or want to let me know what you got from this episode, head over to its blog here: https://wpsimplified.us/which-wordpress-should-you-choose-the-oh-ar-gee-or-the-see-oh-em/

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