What is a WordPress Plugin?

A WordPress plugin is a software component that can be added to your WordPress site to provide new features or enhance existing ones. With plugins, you can customize your website to create a wide range of sites, such as online stores, portfolios, or directories.

Website Builders

Many website builders only include basic features needed for building a website. If you want extra features like a form creator or search engine optimization (SEO) help, you’ll need to install a plugin (or the platform’s equivalent.

Add Features

Plugins enable you to add the features necessary for creating a more functional website. However, the cost for these plugins varies greatly. Some plugins are entirely free, while others have both a free version and a paid version with advanced features. Additionally, some plugins are available for purchase right from the start, and their costs can vary greatly.

Cost of a WordPress Plugin

On average, businesses typically spend $0 to $100 per year on plugins for their website. The cost will depend on the number of plugins used on your website and how many WP plugins are free.

Read our article on approved WV plugins here.

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