When you buy your domain from wordpress, can you add plugins?

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    javierelkin · Member ·

    Currently I have not paid for anything an so my URL is: “javierelkin.wordpress.com”. If I purchase the 18$ a year and turn it into “javierelkin.com” will I be able to add plugins? My question is basically, how do I get access to the plugins, do I have to host my site externally like through bluehost with wordpress installed (which I know works from other blogs) or can I get access to the plugins by paying the 18$?

    In short: what does the 18$ get you? Only a name change or more? Cheers!

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    1tess · Moderator Emeritus ·

    Domain mapping does not allow you to add plugins. You are still being hosted for free on WordPress.com and all the same rules/restrictions apply.
    http://en.support.wordpress.com/domains/#important-notes-before-upgrading

    If you want plugins, then you’ll have to find a host, pay for hosting, and take care of maintaining your site with WordPress.ORG (or some other software).

    WordPress.com vs. WordPress.org

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