The short answer
The registry records WordPress Subscription as a possible interpretation of WP*WORDPRESS. This descriptor-to-company association has not passed claim-level evidence review. Compare the exact line, amount and posted status with your own receipt or account activity; the name alone cannot confirm the merchant or whether you authorized the payment.
What do the parts of WP*WORDPRESS mean?
- WP * WORDPRESS
- Before the asterisk, "WP" usually names the platform or parent company. After it, "WORDPRESS" usually names the product, store or order. How descriptors work →
The notes below are unreviewed registry explanations, not confirmation of merchant identity, authorization or current policy. Claim-level source review is pending for this entry.
Why is WordPress charging my card?
Unreviewed registry note: A statement descriptor reading WP*WORDPRESS indicates a recurring payment for an active WordPress Subscription billed by WordPress Inc. (operated through Automattic Inc.). This charge pays for managed website hosting, custom domain registrations, premium themes, or business software plugins on WordPress.com. Whether you run a personal blog, a company portfolio, or an e-commerce storefront, WordPress bills your linked card to keep your site online and maintain its custom features.
Unreviewed registry note: WordPress plans bill on a monthly or annual renewal cycle. Popular plan tiers include Starter, Explorer, Creator, and Entrepreneur, with prices ranging from roughly $4 to $45 or more per month, often billed as a lump sum annually. Other common triggers for this fee include automated annual domain renewals, Google Workspace email inboxes bundled with your domain, or premium Jetpack security and backup add-ons. Many users forget they enabled auto-renew when signing up for a discounted first-year promotional rate.
- Review invoices Unreviewed registry note: Log into the account to view the billing history.
Is this a fraud risk?
A registry match cannot establish that you authorized a transaction or that it is safe. Compare the original account records. If you did not authorize a payment, contact your issuer promptly through its official channel.
Independent reference — not affiliated with WordPress. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Sources and evidence
Sources may support different parts of this page. A company homepage does not establish a statement descriptor, refund policy or contact detail. Check the claim notes and your own receipt before acting.
- WordPress Official Help https://wordpress.com/support/
- WordPress Pricing https://wordpress.com/pricing/
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