WordPress version check

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  jeffreyjablonski · Member · Sep 27, 2022 at 2:28 am

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  I can’t find what version of WordPress I’m using–anywhere–in the new dashboard. Why not? Where is it clearly and easily listed???

  WP.com: Yes
  Correct account: Yes

  The blog I need help with is: (visible only to logged in users)

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  staartmees · Member · Sep 27, 2022 at 6:18 am

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  Wordpress.com doesn’t have versions as the open source wordpress.org has. That’s why you can’t find the version.

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  jeffreyjablonski · Member · Sep 27, 2022 at 6:26 am

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  I have a WordPress.com personal account and can’t find the version listed ANYWHERE in the new admin dashboard “My Home” view.

  In previous version it was clearly displayed in lower right corner.

  NONE OF THESE OLD WAYS APPEAR TO WORK:

  How to Check Your WordPress Version (4 Methods)

  That is why I am asking.

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  fstat · Staff · Sep 27, 2022 at 9:13 am

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  All WordPress.com sites run the latest version of WordPress, and they are automatically updated.

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  staartmees · Member · Sep 28, 2022 at 6:00 am

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  The link you mention is for sites using the open source wordpress.org, not for sites running on the wordpress.com platform.

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  jeffreyjablonski · Member · Sep 28, 2022 at 6:05 am

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  Thank you, I think I understand now. I assumed that WordPress.com was similar to other hosting services but now understand WordPress.com is “managed” to the point of always using the latest version.

  However, it would be helpful to have some confirmation in WordPress.com of what version is currently being used rather than some mysterious promise it is up to date.

  Thank you for the responses.