## WordPress: The World’s Leading Content Management System
WordPress is the most widely used open-source content management system (CMS), powering over 43% of all websites globally[3][9][7]. Launched in 2003, it enables anyone-from beginners to developers-to create, manage, and customize websites without advanced coding skills[9][7].
**Key Features**
- **User-Friendly Dashboard:** Manage content, themes, plugins, and site settings through an intuitive admin panel[1][9].
- **Themes and Plugins:** Choose from thousands of themes to design your site and over 50,000 plugins to add features like SEO, e-commerce, and security[9][11].
- **Media Management:** Easily upload, organize, and edit images, videos, and documents directly in the platform[11][8].
- **User Roles:** Assign roles (Administrator, Editor, Author, etc.) to control who can access or modify parts of your site[8][11].
- **SEO and Mobile Ready:** Many themes are responsive, and plugins help optimize your site for search engines and mobile devices[9][8].
**Why Use WordPress?**
WordPress stands out for its flexibility, scalability, and supportive community. It’s suitable for blogs, business sites, online stores, portfolios, and more-making it the go-to CMS for individuals and organizations of all sizes[5][10][9].
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