Which CMS is Wordpress vs Joomla
Let's say you have decided to use a content management system (CMS) on your website. Today, there are 3 most popular and useful platforms. Wordpress, Joomla, Drupal are the most preferred content management systems in the web world according to their usage rates. In this article, we will try to explain the working principles, pros and cons of the two most used platforms (Wordpress and Joomla) and the differences between them in a series of two articles.
Both platforms are popular platforms with their ease of use, customizable structure and active community features. Although Wordpress and Joomla are great choices where you can make modern designs, they both have their pros and cons. Let's start with the Wordpress vs. Joomla slogan based on the features used in content management systems.
Usability and User Experience: Wordpress is designed to be easy to install sites that do not require technical knowledge. It takes almost 10 minutes for a new user to install and start publishing their first content on their site without having to install any settings or plugins. It takes the user experience to the next level with its simple interface structure. You don’t spend much time learning.
Joomla is complex because it requires more technical knowledge than WordPress in terms of installation and ease of use. You can install and start publishing without having to make settings for search engines in WordPress. This situation requires settings in Joomla. It has a simple interface, but you need more time to understand the logic of operation.
While WordPress appeals to users without technical knowledge, Joomla falls behind in this regard with its usability that requires some technical knowledge.
SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and Security
Wordpress has always been a platform that keeps good relations with search engines because it has a full package installation and search engine settings. You can use the system without dealing with SEO settings by just installing a plugin. WordPress is really inadequate in terms of security. Since it does not come with SSL connection and two-factor authentication in the standard installation version, the box it offers you is given open. Due to its popularity, the security issue really puts a big burden on WordPress. There is a complete unknown about whether thousands of plugins implement appropriate security standards. You also have no way of knowing that they are compatible with newer versions of the platform.
The situation is different in Joomla. Additional settings need to be made to appear in search engines and be recognizable. SEO settings may require knowledge and technical competence. In terms of security, Joomla has the upper hand over Wordpress. The standard package offered offers a connection over SSL and another connection option for two-factor authentication, as well as a set of security extensions. In addition, its developers keep a list of plugins for known vulnerabilities.
