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Security & access: what changes when you switch

Security, offline and access rules that differ between WordPress and Wix. Rows where both tools are the same (3) are left out; the full side-by-side is on each tool’s page: WordPress, Wix.

What changesWordPress (today)Wix (after)
SOC 2 reportNot publishedSOC 2 Type IIsource
ISO/IEC 27001Not publishedCertifiedsource
Other certificationsNot publishedISO/IEC 27017, ISO/IEC 27018, ISO/IEC 27701, PCI DSS Level 1source
Single sign-on (SAML/OIDC)Not publishedYesEnterprise (OpenID Connect only, not SAML)source
SCIM user provisioningNot publishedYesEnterprisesource
Admin audit logYesFree (last 20 events; full history on paid plans)sourceYesEnterprisesource
EncryptionSSL/HTTPS on all sites, including custom domainssourceAES-256 at rest; HTTPS/TLS 1.2+ in transitsource
Self-hosting optionYessourceNot published
Offline modeWorks offlineThe Jetpack mobile apps (iOS and Android) let you write and edit posts and pages while offline for your WordPress.com site.sourceNeeds a connectionWix POS Register cannot take credit card sales offline for later sync; Wix lists it as a feature request.source
Desktop appsWindows, macOS, LinuxsourceNot published
IP allowlistingNot publishedYesEnterprisesource
Office & room hardware—Wix POS Register runs on a POS tablet with card readers (Stripe Reader M2 in the US, WisePad 3 in Canada/UK, Wix POS Go in all three) and Epson receipt printers.source
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Before you cut over

  • Set up single sign-on in Wix on Enterprise (OpenID Connect only, not SAML) before you invite the team, so accounts are created through your identity provider rather than by hand.
  • People who rely on WordPress offline will lose that: Wix needs a connection. Tell field and travelling staff before the switch.

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WEBSITE BUILDERS · MIGRATION GUIDE

Switching from WordPress to Wix

Switching from WordPress to Wix typically trades away plugin flexibility and self-hosting for an all-in-one, no-maintenance website builder.

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By Bill Belcamino · Last updated September 16, 2026 · Our methodologyResearched and fact-checked by the HelpCompare team
Switching from WordPress to WixVerified Sep 16, 2026
Quick verdict: Reasonable for site owners tired of managing plugins, updates, and security patches, but expect a full manual rebuild of your design and pages, since Wix has no native importer beyond blog posts.

Why teams switch from WordPress to Wix

No hosting or plugin maintenance

Wix manages hosting, security updates, and uptime, removing the ongoing technical maintenance that self-hosted WordPress requires.

Simpler, more visual editing

Wix’s drag-and-drop editor is generally easier for non-technical site owners than WordPress’s theme and plugin-based customization model.

Predictable all-in-one pricing

A single Wix plan covers hosting, the editor, and basic apps, versus juggling separate WordPress hosting, theme, and plugin costs.

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How to migrate your data

Wix has an official importer only for WordPress blog posts; everything else has to be rebuilt manually inside the Wix editor.

StepWhat happens
1Export a WordPress XML fileGenerate a WordPress export (WXR) file or copy your blog’s URL to feed into Wix’s blog import tool.
2Run Wix’s official blog importerImport up to 5,000 posts per batch via URL or XML upload, bringing across post text, images, videos, dates, alt text, and categories.
3Manually recreate pages and designSince Wix’s importer only covers blog posts, rebuild all static pages, navigation, and visual design from scratch using the Wix editor.
4Reconnect forms and custom functionalityRecreate any WordPress contact forms, custom plugins, or embedded code using Wix’s built-in form builder and App Market equivalents.
5Set up 301 redirectsConfigure redirects from old WordPress URLs to their new Wix addresses to protect search rankings and existing backlinks.
6Verify SEO settings and launchCheck meta titles, descriptions, and sitemap settings in Wix, then point your domain’s DNS to Wix to go live.
What Wix’s importer doesn’t handle: Wix’s importer only migrates blog posts (and drops comments, author names, tags, contact forms, and custom code) — pages, navigation, and design must be rebuilt manually inside the Wix editor.

Pricing during the transition

WordPress software is free but requires separate hosting; Wix bundles hosting into every paid plan.

PlanWordPressWix
Free planWordPress software itself: free, but requires paid hosting to go liveFree plan: $0/month (Wix branding, limited storage)
Entry paid tierBasic shared hosting (e.g. Bluehost, SiteGround): price depends on the host you chooseLight: $17/month (billed yearly)
Mid tierManaged WordPress hosting: price depends on the host you chooseBusiness: $39/month (billed yearly)

WordPress.org software is free and open-source, so its real cost is hosting plus any premium themes or plugins, while Wix instead bundles hosting into every paid tier for a flatter, more predictable bill.

Feature-parity checklist

WordPress trades a steeper learning curve for control; Wix trades flexibility for simplicity.

FeatureWordPressWix equivalent
Ease of setupRequires choosing and configuring hosting separatelyDrag-and-drop editor, no hosting to manage
Design flexibilityThousands of themes plus full code-level customizationLocked to Wix’s editor and template system
Plugin/app ecosystem60,000+ plugins covering nearly any featureWix App Market, smaller and more curated
E-commerce depthWooCommerce plugin, scales to large storesWix Stores, solid for small catalogs
Ongoing maintenanceSite owner (or host) manages updates and security patchesWix handles updates and security
Related
Wix vs WordPress: full comparison → Switching from Wix to WordPress instead →

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Wix import my whole WordPress site automatically?

No, Wix’s only official importer covers blog posts; pages, navigation, and design all need to be rebuilt by hand in the Wix editor.

Do my WordPress comments come across with the blog importer?

No, comments, author names, tags, and any contact forms or custom code are dropped during Wix’s blog import.

Will switching to Wix hurt my SEO?

It can if you skip 301 redirects, so set up redirects from every old WordPress URL to its new Wix page to preserve rankings and backlinks.

Is there a post limit for Wix’s blog importer?

Yes, up to 5,000 posts per import batch, with a total cap of 100,000 posts across your Wix Blog.

How long does a full WordPress-to-Wix migration take?

For a small site it can be a few days once the blog import runs; for larger sites with many custom pages, rebuilding design manually often takes several weeks.

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WixPricing, free plan, AI cost & every comparison›WordPressPricing, free plan, AI cost & every comparison›
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