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What is a page in WordPress?Pages vs posts: key differencesHow to add a page in WordPressHow to manage WordPress pagesPage templates and layout customizationCommon plugins that enhance pagesFAQs about WordPress pagesGetting startedAdditional resources

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WordPress Guide → Pages

WordPress pages: What they are, how to add them, and more

Not sure when to use a WordPress page instead of a post? Or how to add a new page to your site? You’re not the only one. Pages are essential for most websites, but they’re easy to overlook if you’re new to WordPress.

Let’s walk through what pages are, how they work, how to create them, and how to use them effectively to structure your website.

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What is a page in WordPress?

A page in WordPress is a type of content used for static, evergreen information—things that don’t change often and aren’t part of your blog or news feed. Pages aren’t organized by categories or tags, and they don’t appear in your site’s RSS feed.

Some common examples of pages include:

About – A summary of who you are or what your business does.
Contact – A form or contact info so people can reach you.
Privacy Policy – Required for many sites, especially if you collect user data.
Services or Portfolio – Information about what you offer or have built.
Homepage – A static front page that doesn’t display recent blog posts.

Unlike posts, which are time-stamped and usually part of a blog or feed, pages are meant to stand alone. They’re usually added to your main navigation menu so visitors can access them easily.

Pages vs posts: key differences

Here’s a quick comparison to help you decide when to use a page vs a post:

Feature	Pages	Posts
Content type	Static	Time-sensitive, blog-style
Organized by	Parent/child hierarchy	Categories and tags
Comment support	Usually off	Usually on
Displayed in menus?	Yes, manually added	No, unless customized
Author/date visible	Typically hidden	Typically shown

Use pages for your site’s main structure: homepage, contact, policies, services, etc.

Use posts for updates, blog entries, news, tutorials, or anything sorted by date or topic.

How to add a page in WordPress

There are two main ways to add a new page in WordPress. The most common method uses the admin dashboard. If you’re using a Full Site Editing (FSE) theme, you can also create pages through the Site Editor.

1. Add a page using the dashboard

This is the default method that works with all themes.

Log in to your WordPress admin panel.
In the left-hand menu, go to Pages > Add New.
You’ll see the WordPress Block Editor. At the top, enter a title for your page (e.g., “About Us”).
Use blocks to add your content. For example:
- Use a Paragraph block to add text.
- Use an Image block to add a photo.
- Use a Heading block to break your content into sections.
On the right-hand side, you’ll see Page settings:
- Under Permalink, you can edit the page URL.
- Under Page Template, you can select different layouts (like full-width).
- Under Page Attributes, you can set a parent page if you want to nest this page under another.
When you’re ready, click the blue Publish button (top right). You’ll be asked to confirm—click Publish again.

2. Add a page using the Site Editor (FSE themes)

If your theme supports Full Site Editing:

Go to Appearance > Editor.
Click the Pages section in the left panel.
Click the + Add New Page button.
Enter a page title and begin customizing using blocks.
Click Save in the upper right to publish your new page.

This method lets you create and preview pages directly within your theme’s layout.

How to manage WordPress pages

Once your pages are created, you’ll want to know how to update, organize, and remove them. WordPress makes this easy from the Pages menu.

Edit an existing page

Go to Pages > All Pages.
Hover over the page you want to edit and click Edit.
Make any changes using the Block Editor.
Click Update to save your changes.

You can also open the Quick Edit option from the same screen to change the title, slug, parent, or order without opening the full editor.

Nest or reorder pages

WordPress lets you create a parent-child relationship between pages. This is helpful for organizing menus or creating subpages.

While editing a page, look for the Page Attributes section on the right.
Set a Parent Page from the dropdown.
If your theme supports submenus, this child page will appear nested beneath its parent in the site menu.

To reorder pages in the navigation menu:

Go to Appearance > Menus.
Drag and drop your page links to reorder them.
Save the menu to apply changes.

Delete or unpublish a page

To remove a page from your site:

Go to Pages > All Pages.
Hover over the page and click Trash.
The page will be moved to the Trash bin. You can restore or permanently delete it from there.

To temporarily hide a page:

Open the page editor.
In the right-hand settings panel, change Visibility to Private (only visible to logged-in admins) or Draft (not visible to anyone).
Click Update.

Page templates and layout customization

Many WordPress themes include page templates, which are pre-designed layouts for specific page types. For example:

Full Width – No sidebar, great for landing pages.
No Header/Footer – Useful for custom splash pages.
Contact Page – Pre-styled with space for forms and contact info.

To change your template:

Open the page in the Block Editor.
In the right-hand sidebar, expand the Page tab.
Look for the Template section and choose a layout from the dropdown.
Click Update to save.

If your theme doesn’t offer the layout you need, consider installing a page builder plugin like Elementor or using a block-based layout plugin like Custom Layouts.

Common plugins that enhance pages

Here are a few popular plugins that make working with pages easier:

Elementor: Drag-and-drop builder that lets you design pages visually with full layout control.
WPForms: Add contact forms, surveys, or newsletter signup forms to any page.
Block Visibility: Show or hide blocks based on conditions like login status or user role.
Duplicate Page: Create a copy of any page to use as a template or backup.

These tools make it easier to customize your content without writing code.

FAQs about WordPress pages

Can I schedule a page to publish later?

Yes. In the editor, click the blue “Publish” button. Then click the date next to “Immediately” and choose a future date/time.

Do pages show up in RSS feeds?

No. Only blog posts appear in RSS feeds by default. Pages are considered static content.

Can search engines index pages?

Yes. Pages are indexable unless you use SEO tools (like Yoast or AIOSEO) to mark them as “noindex.” Make sure your privacy or thank-you pages are excluded if needed.

Is there a limit to how many pages I can create?

Nope! WordPress supports unlimited pages—though your hosting plan may have performance limits if your site grows very large.

Next steps for mastering WordPress pages

Pages are the foundation of most WordPress websites, and mastering them means you’re ready to build a site that’s both user-friendly and search-optimized.

Start by creating an essential set of pages—like About, Contact, and Privacy—and experiment with different layouts or templates to see what works best.

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