Difference between Wordpress, Wix, SquareSpace, Weebly

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Congratulations on taking the next step on your Writing, Business, or Professional Journey!

Here at Journey, we commit to helping others make wise decisions when it comes to their digital needs.
We wrote this guide to let someone like you know the difference between the features of every possible website design platform out there.

You're maybe reading this because you are finally ready to have your own professional website. Or you could be thinking of migrating your old website to another platform. But the number of options you have makes it difficult to decide.
You might ask, "Where do I start?" "What would Journey Websites recommend?"

In this article, we will have a glimpse of various website-building platforms that are available.
We will dive into the specific features and functions of each platform.

All of these platforms - WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, and Weebly - are website-building tools that enable users to build and maintain their websites.
However, they differ in terms of their features, tools, pricing, and target user base. Let me discuss their difference one by one.

Wordpress

WordPress is an open-source (CMS) content management system that is known to create various sizes and types of websites.
It is known for its flexibility, customization options, and many plugins and themes.

WordPress is suitable for users with some technical skills, as it requires some setup and configuration.
It is also a good option for users who want complete control over the design and functionality of their websites.

We use WordPress at Journey Websites because we understand the importance of owning your own website! You'll find out why so be sure to read until the end.

Wix

Wix is a cloud-based website builder known for its user-friendly interface and drag-and-drop editor. It has a wide range of templates, design options, and various features such as e-commerce support and marketing tools. Wix is suitable for small businesses and individuals who want to create a professional-looking website without needing technical skills.

Squarespace

Squarespace is a website builder and hosting platform known for its stylish templates and design options. It offers a variety of features, such as e-commerce support and marketing tools, and is suitable for small businesses and individuals who want to create an appealing website. Squarespace is also a good option for users who want a website with a simple, clean design.

Weebly

Weebly is a website builder known for its variety of templates, design options, and ease of use. It also offers a range of features, such as e-commerce support and marketing tools. It is suitable for small businesses and individuals who want to create a functional website quickly and easily. In addition, Weebly is a good option for users who want a website with a professional appearance and robust functionality.

Why we use Wordpress

Here at Journey Websites, we use WordPress. You may be thinking, why?

When you use a website builder such as Wix, Squarespace, or Weebly, you do not have ownership over your website design.
These platforms provide users with various templates and design options, but the underlying code and design elements belong to the platform itself. If you decide to migrate your website to another platform, you will not be able to transfer the design of your website as it is.

You will only have the capacity to transfer your website's content (text, images, etc.), which can result in a messy layout if the new platform does not have a similar design to the one you used on the previous platform.
In contrast, if you use an open-source platform like WordPress, you have full ownership and control over the design of your website, as you can customize the source code and design elements to suit your needs.

In addition, if you migrate your website to another platform, you can take the design as it belongs to you.
This feature is one of the reasons why some users prefer to use an open-source platform like WordPress rather than a proprietary platform like Wix, Squarespace, or Weebly.
Suppose you're looking for an accessible route.

In that case, WordPress does provide free options with WordPress.com with basic features, which you can migrate to a WordPress.org site that is transferable, and another company can do hosting. 

Journey Websites hosts websites for all its clients and takes measures to ensure that each website is secure and safe.
Our hosting company knows which websites are on the same server (or "neighbors"), and we take steps to ensure that each website is secure.