During the annual State of the Word address, WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg shared key insights from years of platform data. Notably, only 4% of new WordPress.com blogs maintain ongoing activity (distinct from self-hosted WordPress.org sites). Even more compelling: nearly 31% of WordPress users access their sites via iOS devices like iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.
As WordPress experts at WPBeginner, we've helped thousands of users go mobile. If you're just starting out, the free official WordPress app from the App Store is a game-changer. Here's our trusted guide to getting started and making the most of it on iPhone and iPad.
Brilliant content ideas strike anytime, anywhere. The WordPress iOS app keeps you connected to your site without sacrificing mobility—snap photos, record videos, or draft posts on a train, walk, or while out with friends. Your entire WordPress site fits in your pocket.
Optimized for touchscreens, its intuitive interface feels natural and effortless. Pairing iOS's native keyboard with built-in formatting tools eliminates common mobile typing frustrations, letting you create polished content seamlessly.
As your site grows, quick checks matter—approve comments or monitor eCommerce orders without a desktop. While the WordPress admin works in mobile browsers, it's not touch-optimized. The app, built specifically for iOS, delivers a superior small-screen experience.
Note: The app is also available for Android, BlackBerry, and Windows Phone.
Download the free WordPress app from the App Store. Once installed, sign in with your site's username, password, and URL—it securely connects and pulls your data.
The clean interface shines with a right-side menu for quick navigation: write/edit posts and pages, manage comments, preview your site, or access the full admin via browser.
Bottom menu icons include Settings and Photos.
Settings let you tweak options, add multiple sites, and manage them all from one app—perfect for multi-site owners.
The Photos button simplifies on-the-go content: capture or upload images in seconds. Travel bloggers love it—we've seen users rely on this during European vacations and beyond.
Tap the + icon by Posts to start. The distraction-free editor supports easy typing, basic formatting, links, and media uploads via the attachment icon.
Post settings (bottom button) handle status, visibility, featured images, and more.
Read, edit, approve, or reply to comments directly in the app. At WPBeginner, we handle hundreds daily—this feature keeps us engaged without being desk-bound.
The iOS app has evolved significantly over the years based on real user feedback. Give it a spin and share your thoughts below—what do you love or want improved?
