Developer Tools
WordPress.com provides a powerful set of developer tools that make it easy to build and customize websites. These tools offer the flexibility and control needed to create robust, scalable sites.
From local development with Studio to seamless GitHub deployments and access to the WordPress.com REST API, developers can streamline their workflows and deliver better user experiences.
Whether you’re just getting started or have years of experience, WordPress.com’s developer tools are built to help you bring your ideas to life. You can learn more about each tool using the links below.
Studio
Studio by WordPress.com is a free desktop app that simplifies local WordPress development. It lets you quickly build and manage local sites, sync with live production or staging sites, and share your work using site previews hosted on WordPress.com.
Staging Sites
Staging sites allow you to clone your entire WordPress.com site. This is especially useful for troubleshooting issues, previewing major updates, or collaborating with others in a controlled environment.
GitHub Deployments
GitHub Deployments let you connect a GitHub repository to your WordPress.com site for reliable, automated code deployment. Changes pushed to the repo can be deployed to your site either automatically or on demand.
Bulk Plugin Management
Use our intuitive Plugin Management tool to efficiently manage and update the plugins across all of your WordPress.com sites, all in one centralized dashboard.
Scheduled Plugin Updates
Scheduled Plugin Updates let you choose exactly when your site checks for and installs plugin updates. This gives you full control over timing and helps minimize potential disruptions.
Block Patterns
Create beautiful posts, pages, and templates using WordPress.com patterns. Designed to match your theme’s global styles, these patterns work out of the box—no plugins or coding needed. Think of them as a component library for the block editor.
WP-CLI
WP-CLI is a command-line interface for WordPress that you can access when connected via SSH. This guide covers the most commonly used commands and their associated sub-commands.
SFTP
Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) is a secure way to upload and download files between your computer and your WordPress.com site. It helps you manage your site’s files safely over an encrypted connection.
SSH
SSH (Secure Shell) lets you access your site’s backend through a terminal app, allowing you to manage files and settings directly. It also gives you access to WP-CLI, a command-line tool for making changes and troubleshooting your site efficiently.
Database Access
You can use phpMyAdmin to access your website’s database and run a wide range of operations. This guide will show you how to administer your site’s MySQL database.
Web Server Settings
In your website’s web server settings, you can configure options related to the PHP version and nonexistent assets on your site. This guide will explain each setting you can use to fine-tune how the web server runs your website.
REST API
Explore the WordPress.com REST API to learn how you can interact with your site programmatically. You’ll find detailed documentation and a complete list of available endpoints to help you build powerful integrations and workflows.
Last updated: June 06, 2025