Introduction
By default, WordPress displays your latest blog posts on the home page of your website.
Many business websites prefer to display a custom page instead, such as:
- Home
- Welcome
- Landing Page
- Company Overview
This guide explains how to set a static home page in WordPress.
Step 1 – Create Your Home Page
Before assigning a home page, you should create the page you wish to use.
From the WordPress Dashboard, click: Pages > Add New Page
Create a page called:
Home
Add your content and click: Publish
Step 2 – Create a Blog Page (Optional)
If you intend to publish blog posts, create a separate page called:
Blog
You do not need to add any content to this page.
Click: Publish
Step 3 – Open Reading Settings
From the WordPress Dashboard, click: Settings > Reading
Step 4 – Select a Static Page
Locate:
Your homepage displays
Select:
A Static Page
Step 5 – Choose Your Home Page
Under Homepage, select the page you created earlier.
Example:
Home
Step 6 – Choose a Posts Page (Optional)
If you created a Blog page, select it under:
Posts Page
Example:
Blog
WordPress will automatically display your blog posts on this page.
Step 7 – Save Changes
Click: Save Changes
Your selected page will now become the home page of your website.
Verifying the Change
Visit your website homepage.
Your custom page should now appear instead of the default blog listing.
Common Questions
Can I Change My Home Page Later?
Yes.
You can return to Settings > Reading at any time and select a different page.
What Happens to My Blog Posts?
If a Posts Page has been selected, WordPress will continue displaying blog posts on that page.
Do I Need a Blog Page?
No.
A Blog page is optional and only required if you intend to publish blog posts.
Conclusion
Setting a static home page allows you to create a more professional website experience and present important information to visitors immediately when they arrive on your website.
