Monetize your website

In this course, we’ll guide you through the built-in tools WordPress.com offers to help you earn money from your website. Monetization is about getting paid for the value you’re already creating—whether that’s your content, expertise, creativity, or community.

You’ll learn how to choose the right monetization methods for your site and audience, and how to set them up in a way that feels sustainable and aligned with your goals. We’ll cover creator-focused options like paid content, newsletters, subscriptions, donations, and advertising—without running a full eCommerce store.

By the end of this course, you’ll know how to:

• Accept payments for services, digital access, or one-time offerings
• Publish exclusive paid content and control access levels
• Create and send paid newsletters with recurring subscriptions
• Collect tips, donations, and fundraising contributions
• Accept payments using PayPal payment buttons
• Generate income through advertising using WordAds

This course is designed for users who want to earn revenue from their site without managing products, inventory, or a full eCommerce setup. Whether you choose a single approach or combine several, you’ll finish with a clear understanding of your options and the confidence to put them into action.