WordPress is recognized as the leading platform for blogs and websites, offering extensive customization opportunities through a wide selection of themes and plugins.
WordPress is often perceived as primarily for blogs due to its free and open-source nature, but it actually offers much more, catering to a wide range of websites from small e-commerce to large corporate sites, all seeking its user-friendly and secure management features.
Thinking creatively or innovatively
I’ve chosen 7 websites created with WordPress to help debunk the mystery surrounding this platform and inspire your creativity. You might be surprised to learn that even the official websites of top celebrities and companies like Walt Disney are powered by WordPress. Keep reading to discover more unexpected examples!
1) Beyoncé
The official website of the popular musician Beyoncé features a visually striking widescreen layout with numerous images and stories from the artist’s life. The website showcases Beyoncé’s impressive collection of 395 music and film awards. The chart below illustrates the website’s traffic over the past 6 months.
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Check out the examples involving Alanis Morissette, Katy Perry, and Jason Mraz.
2) Passage of time
Time Magazine is currently the most widely circulated weekly magazine globally and its official website utilizes the WordPress platform with a layout designed for effective communication.
3) Furious Birds
The website of the most popular mobile game currently available combines official information with commercial elements. It offers downloads for all game versions and includes a blog and online store selling themed products.
Mercedes Benz is mentioned in the text.
Mercedes-Benz, a German manufacturer, is the world’s oldest automobile and commercial vehicle company. They effectively utilize WordPress.org on their English website, maintaining a good mix of text, images, and audiovisual elements. It is recommended to visit their site!
The Walt Disney Company.
The Walt Disney Company, a global leader in entertainment and information, uses WordPress as its CMS to maximize its capabilities.
BBC America channel (6)
The BBC America website, an American television channel, is created using WordPress and includes content about its affiliate sites, shows, and movies. However, there is a geographical restriction preventing viewers in Brazil from accessing the content.
Georgia State University is the seventh text.
Georgia State University’s official website, considered a top university globally, demonstrates the capabilities of WordPress for educational websites by hosting over 150 sites along with email tools and training resources.
Check out other compelling examples of educational success at Lafayette College, The University Of British Columbia, and UCF College of Medicine.
Did you enjoy the WordPress cases we featured? Feel free to share any other examples you have in mind by leaving a comment. Your suggestions are highly appreciated! 🙂
Publication date: 26/04/2017 (last updated on 16/08/2023)
