- WordPress automatically creates a Sample Page when you first install it.
- It is a static page, not a blog post, and appears in your site navigation.
- Most users replace it with an About page or other relevant static content.
- You can delete or edit it from your WordPress dashboard.
- It exists purely as a guide to help new users understand how pages work.
This is an example page. It’s different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to potential site visitors. It might say something like this:
Hi there! I’m a bike messenger by day, aspiring actor by night, and this is my website. I live in Los Angeles, have a great dog named Jack, and I like piña coladas. (And gettin’ caught in the rain.)
…or something like this:
The XYZ Doohickey Company was founded in 1971, and has been providing quality doohickeys to the public ever since. Located in Gotham City, XYZ employs over 2,000 people and does all kinds of awesome things for the Gotham community.
As a new WordPress user, you should go to your dashboard to delete this page and create new pages for your content. Have fun!
What is the difference between a WordPress page and a blog post?
A WordPress page is static content that stays in one place and typically appears in your site's navigation menu, such as an About or Contact page. A blog post is time-stamped, appears in your blog feed, and is meant for regularly updated content like articles or news entries.
Should I delete the Sample Page in WordPress?
Yes, you should delete the Sample Page once you are ready to build your website. It is a placeholder meant only to demonstrate how pages work in WordPress. Replace it with meaningful pages like an About page, Contact page, or any static content relevant to your site.
How do I create a new page in WordPress to replace the Sample Page?
Log in to your WordPress dashboard, navigate to Pages, and click Add New. Enter your page title and content, then publish it. You can also go to Pages, find the Sample Page, and either edit it with your own content or delete it entirely and start fresh.