Honest comparison · 2026
Cernet vs WordPress.com
WordPress.com is hosted WordPress by Automattic. We do 'real' (self-hosted) WordPress. The difference is bigger than you think.
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Cernet (self-hosted) $2.49/mo Get started | WordPress.com (Personal) $4.00/mo Get started | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $2.49/mo | $4/mo |
| Custom domain | Included | 1st year only |
| All plugins | From Business ($25/mo) | |
| Custom themes | From Premium | |
| Custom code/CSS | From Premium | |
| Host ads | — | Free & Personal |
| Full DB access | From Business | |
| WooCommerce | From eCommerce ($45/mo) |
Summary: Cernet vs WordPress.com
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the real difference?
WordPress.com hosts WordPress for you but restricts plugins, themes and custom code until you reach their priciest tier. With Cernet you get from $2.49 the same freedom WP.com only unlocks from $25/mo.
Can I migrate my WP.com site to Cernet?
Yes — free. We export your content, media library and subscribers. See WP.com migration.