Automattic's CMS empire shows cracks as WordPress share falls
Automattic's WordPress is experiencing its first significant market share decline in years, dropping to 41.9 percent of all websites. This decline follows a series of legal disputes and public conflicts with WP Engine, which may have contributed to the shift. While WordPress remains dominant, competitors like Wix and Shopify are gaining ground, indicating a changing landscape in the CMS market.
- ▪WordPress's market share has fallen from 43.2 percent to 41.9 percent over six months.
- ▪The decline in market share began after a high-profile conflict between Automattic and WP Engine.
- ▪Competitors such as Wix, Shopify, and Squarespace have seen small gains during this period.
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