Guides
Browse our in-depth tutorials and guides to learn how to use WordPress.com for development, site management, and more.
Add HTTP Headers
This guide will show you how to add HTTP Headers to your WordPress.com website to handle various requests and responses.
Block Patterns
A WordPress pattern is a collection of blocks arranged together into a thoughtful, intentional, and opinionated section for a post, page, or template. This guide covers how to find, use and build block patterns on WordPress.com.
Manage User, File, and Folder Permissions
Permissions issues can block access to certain features or functions on your site. To fix them, it helps to understand the different types of permissions and common errors. This guide covers file permissions, user permissions, and how to troubleshoot the most common problems.
Manually Restore Your Site from a Jetpack Backup File on WordPress.com
In most cases, you can restore your site with a single click using Jetpack VaultPress Backup. But if needed, you can also restore your site manually using a backup file you’ve previously downloaded. This guide will take you through the steps to restore your site from a backup file.
Security on WordPress.com
This guide explores the comprehensive security features offered by WordPress.com, detailing how the platform protects your site from various threats and what proactive steps you can take to enhance your site’s security.
Symlinked Files and Folders
WordPress.com hosting uses symlinks to securely manage certain files at scale across the platform. This guide explains symlinked files and when you might encounter them on your website.
WordPress.com oEmbed Provider
The WordPress.com oEmbed API allows any website to display embedded content (such as photos or videos) from WordPress.com when a user posts a link to that resource, without having to parse the resource directly.
Last updated: June 19, 2025