A WordPress Page vs a Post: What’s the Difference?
If you’re new to WordPress, you might be wondering:
“Wait… what’s the difference between a page and a post? Aren’t they both just… content?”
Yes — and no.
Pages and posts are both ways to add content to your WordPress site, but they serve very different purposes.
Think of it like this:
- Pages are the static stuff — like your About Me, Home, or Contact pages. They stay put.
- Posts are your timely updates — like blog entries, news, or tutorials. They roll in and out, like a feed.
Let’s break it down.
Use a Page When…
- The content doesn’t change often
- You want it to live in your site’s main menu
- It describes your business, your background, or how to get in touch
- It’s part of your site’s foundation — like the Home page, About page, or Contact page
Pages are like the permanent signs on your website’s walls. They don’t move, they don’t expire, and you don’t usually create 100 of them.
Use a Post When…
- You’re writing a blog article, tutorial, update, or anything time-based
- You want it to appear in your blog feed (aka your “latest posts” section)
- You might update or revise it over time
- You want readers to be able to browse by category, tag, or date
Posts are like bulletin board announcements. You tack them up, and new ones go on top of old ones. They’re how you keep your site fresh and engaging.
Wait… Can’t I Just Use Pages for Everything?
Technically yes. But should you? Nope.
Here’s why:
- Pages don’t get organized by date, category, or tag — so they’re harder to browse in bulk
- Posts help your readers (and Google) find your latest content
- Posts can be scheduled, categorized, and shared — they’re your content workhorses
How to Add a New Post (Step-by-Step)
- Log into your WordPress dashboard
- Click on “Posts” in the left-hand menu
- Click “Add New” at the top
- Add your title (like “10 Things I Learned My First Week Blogging”)
- Start typing in the block editor (you’ll be in a paragraph block by default)
- Click the + sign to add images, headings, or other content blocks
- On the right sidebar:
- Choose a category (helps readers find related posts)
- Set a featured image (this shows up in post previews)
- Click “Preview” to see how it looks
- Click “Publish” when you’re ready to go live
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How to Style Your Post (a Little or a Lot)
Want to make your post easier to read (and prettier too)? Here’s what to try:
- Use headings to break up sections — change a paragraph block to a heading block
- Bold or italicize key words (highlight text and use the editor bar)
- Add links by highlighting text, clicking the link icon, and pasting your URL
- Experiment with blocks — try columns, buttons, quotes, or image galleries
The WordPress block editor is like digital Play-Doh. Get in there and squish it around.
How to Add a New Page
- Log into your WordPress dashboard
- Click on “Pages” in the left-hand menu
- Click “Add New”
- Give your page a title (like “About Me”)
- Add your content using blocks (just like with posts)
Want a head start?
Kadence (a great theme!) offers pre-built page templates — for Home pages, About pages, and more. Import a layout you like, swap out the images and text, and boom: your site looks amazing.
When you’re happy with your page:
- Click Preview to check it
- Click Publish to make it live
Pro Tip: Posts and Pages Work Together to Organize Your Site
Think of:
Pages as your site's bones
Posts as the muscle and skin — what keeps everything moving and growing
If you only use posts, your site will feel like a blog with no real structure.
If you only use pages, it’ll feel like a business card that never updates.
Use both — and your site becomes a whole experience.d find the information that they need.
Still Confused? You're Not Alone.
This is one of the most common beginner questions I get — and it’s a smart one to ask early.
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