If you want to launch your first website in 2025, WordPress is still the most powerful (and beginner-friendly) platform to start with. But let’s be real — getting started can feel overwhelming if you don’t know what you’re doing.
That’s why I’ve put together this curated list of the top WordPress tutorials for beginners that are updated for 2025. These are free, fast, and easy-to-follow videos from some of the best content creators in the WordPress space. No coding, no fluff — just step-by-step help to get your website live today.
🥇 1. WordPress Tutorial For Beginners 2025 MADE EASY
In this step-by-step tutorial, I walk you through how to build a full WordPress website from scratch in 2025 — even if you’ve never touched WordPress before.
This is the updated version of our original WordPress tutorial, which has helped thousands of beginners and received over 2 million views on YouTube. That original guide earned its reputation as one of the go-to videos for building a WordPress site from the ground up.
📼 Watch the original viral video here (2M+ views)
Whether you’re just starting or looking for a fresh 2025 update, this new tutorial is designed to be even faster, clearer, and more beginner-friendly.
Why this one is #1:
✅ Designed specifically for beginners in 2025
✅ Uses the new 2025 default theme
✅ Covers hosting, setup, themes, pages, and plugins
✅ No coding required
✅ Includes Yoast SEO, LiteSpeed Cache, and plugin tips
✅ Teaches how to embed video and publish your first blog post
💡 Pro Tip: If you liked the old tutorial, you’re going to love how much easier and more streamlined this 2025 version is.
🎓 2. WPBeginner – WordPress Tutorial for Beginners 2025
A go-to source for WordPress education, WPBeginner’s tutorials are great if you want a clean, no-nonsense approach with strong explanations and backend settings guidance.
➡️ Visit WPBeginner’s Channel
🛠️ 3. Tyler Moore – Make a Website in 2025
This is your choice if you want a visually stunning site. Tyler focuses more on styling and design, perfect for creatives and freelancers.
➡️ Visit Tyler Moore’s Channel
💼 4. Ferdy Korpershoek – WordPress Website for Freelancers
Ferdy’s tutorial is built for freelancers and service-based business owners. He’s great at explaining sales funnels, contact forms, and client-focused layouts.
➡️ Visit Ferdy’s Channel
🧩 5. Darrel Wilson – WordPress 2025 Full Tutorial
More advanced, but if you’re aiming to explore WooCommerce, Astra, or powerful themes, Darrel’s your guy. He gives great plugin and customization tutorials.
➡️ Visit Darrel Wilson’s Channel
🧾 WordPress Website Setup Checklist for Beginners
Use this to follow along with any of the tutorials:
✅ Choose a domain name
✅ Pick a beginner-friendly hosting provider (like Bluehost or SiteGround)
✅ Install WordPress (most hosts do this for you)
✅ Choose and activate a theme (start with the 2025 default)
✅ Create essential pages (Home, About, Blog, Contact)
✅ Customize site styles and navigation
✅ Install key plugins (Yoast SEO, LiteSpeed Cache, WPForms)
✅ Add your logo and branding
✅ Publish your first blog post
✅ Add your site to Google Search Console
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Do I need coding skills to use WordPress in 2025?
Nope! All tutorials here are no-code and beginner-friendly.
Q2: Are these WordPress tutorials really free?
Yes — all tutorials are hosted on YouTube and completely free to follow.
Q3: Which tutorial is best if I want to launch today?
Start with the “WordPress Tutorial For Beginners 2025 MADE EASY” — it’s built for speed and clarity.
Q4: What’s the best plugin to improve SEO?
Yoast SEO is recommended in most tutorials and helps optimize your posts and pages for Google.
Q5: Can I make an online store with these tutorials?
Yes — Darrel Wilson’s and Ferdy’s tutorials often touch on WooCommerce and eCommerce plugins.