When adding content to your WordPress site, you have the option of creating a new page or a new post. Here are some key differences in these elements that you should consider:
|
Post |
Page |
| Time |
Meant to be timely. |
Meant to be static, non-expiring. |
| Listing |
Listed in reverse chronological order on posts page (Settings > Reading). |
Not included in RSS feeds by default. |
| Feeds |
Listed in RSS feed, Archives, Categories, Recent Posts, and other widgets. |
Can be listed in Pages widget. |
| Organization |
Organized based on categories and tags. |
Organized based on hierarchy (not date, category, or tags). |
| Sharing |
Share on social media. |
Not meant to be shared on social media. |
| Purpose |
Encourage conversation. |
Provide information. |
