Know where data lives and when it leaves WordPress.
Understand what stays in WordPress, which optional services receive data and how to configure access responsibly.
WordPress data ownership
Listings and plugin configuration are stored in the self-hosted WordPress environment.
ExploreExternal services
OpenAI, reCAPTCHA, map and tile providers, Stripe, PayPal, Pro IndexNow Search Push, Event Web App webhooks and embeds have separate data flows and terms.
ExploreAccess controls
Use Free email and submission verification, rate limiting and moderation as designed; add Pro invitations and scoped team roles when responsibility is shared.
Turn this overview into a practical plan.
Start with wordPress data ownership
Listings and plugin configuration are stored in the self-hosted WordPress environment.
Then review external services
OpenAI, reCAPTCHA, map and tile providers, Stripe, PayPal, Pro IndexNow Search Push, Event Web App webhooks and embeds have separate data flows and terms.
Complete the plan with access controls
Use Free email and submission verification, rate limiting and moderation as designed; add Pro invitations and scoped team roles when responsibility is shared.
Common questions.
What does Security, privacy and external services cover?
Understand what stays in WordPress, which optional services receive data and how to configure access responsibly.
How do Free and Pro differ?
Free covers unlimited basic publishing, discovery and day-to-day management. Pro adds advanced fields and filters, automation, commercial workflows, reporting and agency-scale controls.
Can one installation use all four profiles simultaneously?
No. Choose one active profile for each WordPress installation, then follow the relevant solution and feature guidance.