TypePad is Shutting Down – Why WordPress is the Best Replacement

It’s the end of an era. After more than 20 years online, TypePad has announced it will be shutting down on 30th November 2025. For bloggers and small businesses who have relied on the platform to host their content and communities, this news might feel daunting. But with every ending comes an opportunity – and there has never been a better time to consider WordPress as your next home.

At O’Brien Media, we’ve helped countless businesses and individuals move their websites from older platforms like TypePad to more modern, flexible solutions. WordPress stands out as the most powerful and future-proof choice. Here’s why.

Why WordPress is the Perfect Successor to TypePad

1. Easy to Use, Without the Coding Headache

One of the things people liked about TypePad was its straightforward publishing tools. The good news? WordPress is just as simple – and more powerful. Its visual editor makes it easy to publish blog posts, upload images, and manage pages, all without needing to write a single line of code.

2. Endless Flexibility

TypePad offered blogging at its core, but WordPress goes further. It can run anything from a personal blog to a large-scale eCommerce site. With over 40,000 plugins and 10,000 themes available, you can create exactly the kind of site you want – whether that’s a simple blog, a portfolio, or a fully-featured online shop.

3. Built-in Blog Import Tools

Worried about moving years of blog posts, images, and comments? WordPress comes with dedicated importers for platforms like TypePad, Blogger, and Movable Type. This means your content can make the move with you.

4. Mobile-Friendly and Future-Proof

WordPress sites are responsive by default, meaning your blog will look great on desktops, tablets, and smartphones. It also has one of the most active developer communities in the world, so you’ll always be able to keep your site up-to-date and secure.

5. Great for SEO and Social Media

Unlike TypePad, which had limited SEO tools, WordPress is search-engine friendly right out of the box. Combine that with easy social media integration, and you’ll have a site that attracts traffic and connects seamlessly with your audience.

How O’Brien Media Can Help

If you’re facing the end of TypePad, you don’t have to make the switch alone. At O’Brien Media, we specialise in helping businesses and individuals create, migrate, and grow WordPress websites. Here’s what we can do for you:

• Website Migration: We’ll move your content from TypePad into WordPress with minimal disruption.
• Custom WordPress Design: Our designers create unique, professional sites tailored to your brand.
• Managed Hosting: Unlike big-name providers, we offer fully managed hosting designed specifically for WordPress – giving your site speed, stability, and security.
• Search Engine Optimisation (SEO): We can fine-tune your new site so it’s optimised for Google and other search engines.
• Training & Support: Want to take control of your site? We’ll show you how to use WordPress so you can easily publish content and make updates yourself.

Don’t Leave It Too Late

With TypePad closing on 30th November 2025, now is the time to start planning your move. Migrating your site sooner rather than later means you won’t risk losing valuable content or audience trust.

If you’re ready to make the switch, or even just want to explore your options, we’d love to help. Get in touch with us at [email protected] or call 01793 239239 for a friendly chat about how we can move your blog or business website to WordPress.

In Summary

TypePad may be closing its doors, but your blog doesn’t have to. With WordPress, you’ll gain a platform that’s more powerful, flexible, and future-ready than ever before. And with O’Brien Media by your side, you’ll have the support of a friendly, experienced team to guide you every step of the way.

Ready to future-proof your site? Let’s turn the end of TypePad into a new beginning.