Upgrading to WordPress.org

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  nosupermomhere · Member · May 26, 2017 at 2:14 am

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  If I decide to upgrade my blog to WordPress.org, what happens to my existing followers? How do I move/transfer them to the new site, or are they automatically transferred?

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  hacchism · Staff · May 26, 2017 at 10:25 am

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  Hi there,

  When you migrate to a self-hosted site with WordPress.org, the following support page helps you. Please refer to it.

  Moving to Self-Hosted WordPress
  https://move.wordpress.com/

  In terms of transferring your existing followers, you can find out the information about it here: https://move.wordpress.com/move-subscribers/

  I hope that your transition goes smoothly.
  Thanks :)

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  gemmacevans · Member · May 26, 2017 at 10:27 am

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  Hi nosupermomhere,

  If you have the Jetpack plugin installed on your new WordPress.org site, you can transfer your followers and subscribers:

  Jetpack

  We also have a guide which outlines the steps for moving from WordPress.com to WordPress.org:

  https://move.wordpress.com/

  It’s now possible to upload themes and install plugins with the Business plan. If you are considering moving to WordPress.org to have those features, the plan may be a good option:

  https://wordpress.com/plans/

  Whichever option you choose, I’m happy answer any questions you have!

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  nosupermomhere · Member · May 31, 2017 at 2:13 am

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  Thank you!

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  gemmacevans · Member · May 31, 2017 at 8:42 am

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  You’re welcome! :)