A Comprehensive Comparison of Two Popular CMS Platforms, Classicpress and WordPress
Many might know, that this website is run on the classicpress platform, a fork from the popular WordPress platform, which I was previously using. I decided on the switch when they announced a new direction, and to be honest, have been very happy and content with Classicpress and the community that maintains it.
So, many people have asked why I changed, and what the differences were, so I thought that I would try to explain some of the differences below.
WordPress has been the most popular Content Management System (CMS) in the world for years. It powers millions of websites and blogs and is known for its ease of use, flexibility, and scalability. However, in recent years, some WordPress users have started to look for alternatives, and one of the most promising ones is ClassicPress.
ClassicPress is a fork of WordPress that was created to provide a more stable, secure, lightweight and user-friendly platform. It is designed for users who want to build websites that are more customized and personalized, without the need for extensive coding knowledge.
ClassicPress is more stable and secure
One of the most significant advantages of using ClassicPress over WordPress is its stability and security. ClassicPress was created to address some of the issues that WordPress has in these areas.
For example, ClassicPress is built on a stable version of WordPress (version 4.9), which means that it does not have some of the bugs and issues that later versions of WordPress have. Additionally, ClassicPress has removed some of the features that are known to cause security vulnerabilities in WordPress.
Furthermore, ClassicPress has a more streamlined codebase, which makes it easier to audit and maintain. This means that ClassicPress is less likely to be hacked or compromised by cybercriminals.
ClassicPress is more user-friendly
Another advantage of using ClassicPress is its user-friendliness. ClassicPress has been designed with the user in mind, and it offers a more straightforward and intuitive user interface than WordPress.
For example, ClassicPress has a cleaner and more straightforward dashboard, which makes it easier to navigate and use. Additionally, ClassicPress has removed some of the features that are not commonly used, which means that the platform is less cluttered and more accessible.
Furthermore, ClassicPress has a more organized plugin and theme directory, which makes it easier to find the plugins and themes that you need. Additionally, ClassicPress has a built-in page builder that allows you to create customized pages without the need for extensive coding knowledge.
ClassicPress is more customizable (but does have some limitations)
Another advantage of using ClassicPress is its customization options. ClassicPress has been designed to be more customizable than WordPress, and it offers more options for users who want to personalize their websites.
For example, ClassicPress has a more extensive range of customization options for themes and plugins. This means that you can create a website that is more tailored to your needs and preferences.
Additionally, ClassicPress has removed some of the limitations that WordPress has when it comes to customization. For example, ClassicPress allows you to customize the admin panel, which means that you can create a dashboard that is tailored to your needs.
The biggest disadvantage though for Classicpress when you compare it to WordPress is that because it is forked from an earlier version of WordPress, then some of the plugins and themes are no longer compatible. This might or might not be a problem, depending on the particular issue, and sometimes there are alternatives that can be used instead.
ClassicPress is more community-driven
Another advantage of using ClassicPress is its community-driven approach. ClassicPress was created by a community of WordPress users who wanted to provide a more stable, secure, lightweight with less bloated and unnecessary code, and a user-friendly platform. This means that ClassicPress has a strong community of developers, designers, and users who are passionate about the platform.
Furthermore, ClassicPress has a more democratic decision-making process than WordPress. This means that the community has a greater say in the development of the platform and that changes are made based on the needs and feedback of the users.
Additionally, ClassicPress has a more open and transparent development process than WordPress. This means that users can follow the development of the platform and contribute to it in a more meaningful way.
Conclusion
In conclusion, ClassicPress offers a range of advantages over WordPress. It is more stable, secure, user-friendly, customizable, and community-driven. If you are looking for a platform that offers more customization.