This article compares Web60 to website builders like Wix and Squarespace so you can understand the key differences.
The fundamental difference
Web60 is managed WordPress hosting. Your site runs on WordPress, which is open-source software used by over 40% of all websites. Wix and Squarespace are proprietary platforms where your content lives inside their closed systems.
This distinction matters most when you think about what happens if you want to leave.
Data portability
With Web60, you own your content and can take it with you. Download a full backup (WordPress files and database), and you can move to any WordPress hosting provider in the world. Your site, your themes, your plugins, and your content all come with you.
With Wix or Squarespace, your site is built using their proprietary technology. If you decide to leave, you cannot export your site in a format another platform can use. You would need to rebuild your website from scratch on the new platform.
Plugins and extensibility
WordPress has over 60,000 plugins available. Need a booking system, an online shop, a membership area, SEO tools, or multilingual support? There is almost certainly a WordPress plugin for it.
Wix and Squarespace have their own app marketplaces, but the selection is significantly smaller. You are limited to what the platform chooses to support.
Hosting and control
Web60 is real server hosting. Your WordPress installation runs on a server, and you have access to your files via SFTP, WP-CLI, and a file manager. You can edit theme files, add custom code, and have full control over your WordPress installation.
Wix and Squarespace do not give you server access. You work within their visual editor and are limited to the customisation options they provide.
Learning curve
Wix and Squarespace are designed to be simple from the start. Their drag-and-drop editors require minimal learning. WordPress has a steeper learning curve, particularly if you want to customise beyond the basics.
However, Web60 handles the technical side of WordPress hosting: server maintenance, updates, backups, SSL, and security. This removes the most complex parts of running a WordPress site and brings the day-to-day experience closer to what you would expect from a managed platform.
Summary comparison
| Web60 (WordPress) | Wix / Squarespace | |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | Open source (WordPress) | Proprietary |
| Move your site away | Download backup, move anywhere | Must rebuild from scratch |
| Plugins / apps | 60,000+ WordPress plugins | Limited marketplace |
| File access | SFTP, WP-CLI, file manager | No server access |
| Custom code | Full access to theme and plugin files | Limited or none |
| Learning curve | Moderate (reduced by Web60 management) | Low |
FAQ
Q: Can I move my Web60 site to another hosting provider?
A: Yes. Web60 runs WordPress, which is open source. You can download a full backup and move your site to any other WordPress hosting provider.
Q: Can I move my Wix or Squarespace site to Web60?
A: Not directly. Wix and Squarespace use proprietary formats that cannot be exported. You would need to rebuild the site on WordPress. Web60 support can advise on this process.
Q: Does WordPress require more technical knowledge than Wix?
A: WordPress has a steeper initial learning curve than drag-and-drop builders. However, Web60 handles server management, updates, and backups, which removes most of the technical overhead.
Frequently asked questions
Can I move my Web60 site to another hosting provider?
Yes. Web60 runs WordPress, which is open source. You can download a full backup and move your site to any other WordPress hosting provider.
Can I move my Wix or Squarespace site to Web60?
Not directly. Wix and Squarespace use proprietary formats that cannot be exported. You would need to rebuild the site on WordPress. Web60 support can advise on this process.
Does WordPress require more technical knowledge than Wix?
WordPress has a steeper initial learning curve than drag-and-drop builders. However, Web60 handles server management, updates, and backups, which removes most of the technical overhead.
Last updated: 4 April 2026