Can you install themes on free WordPress?

You cannot upload any custom themes or third party themes or create your own theme here. You can do that only on wordpress.ORG installs on paid hosting. There is no upgrade you can buy here that changes that.

How can I use WordPress for free without hosting?

Instead of having your site on your own domain, you’ll create a free site on a subdomain. So people will have to type in something like “yourname.wordpress.com” to access your site. With this, you don’t have to worry about a domain or hosting. Just sign up and start building your site with the selection of free themes.

How do I upload a WordPress theme without a business plan?

First of all, it is impossible to upload a theme or install a plugin on WordPress.com without upgrading to the $299 per year WordPress.com business plan. The only way to install themes and plugins without a business plan is to migrate your existing website from WordPress.com to the self-hosted WordPress.org platform.

Do you need WordPress business to install themes?

You need to have the Business plan in order to upload the custom theme. Alternatively, you can have a self-hosted site with WordPress.org software if that custom theme is necessary for your blogging.

Can you install WordPress plugins without business plan?

WordPress.com users cannot install plugins unless they upgrade to the business plan which costs about $299 per year. If you are on a free, personal, or premium plan, then you cannot install third-party plugins. If you don’t want to pay the $299 per year, then you can move your blog from WordPress.com to WordPress.org.

Do you have to pay for WordPress themes?

Free WordPress themes are indeed totally free, with no strings attached. The lack of features in free themes makes them lean, and therefore typically faster to load. Premium themes will come with far more functionality out of the box. Ongoing support and updates mean premium themes are more secure in the long run.