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Is it okay to use Classic Editor long-term?

Classic Editor · support · 2026-04-22T07:46:00+00:00

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gustavo645 unresolved

Hi, I prefer using the Classic Editor because it feels more simple and faster for writing. Just wanted to ask if it’s still a good idea to keep using it for long-term projects, or should I slowly switch to block editor?

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agency visual QA and update safety

Gutenberg visual QA and update safety for preventing client-site regressions before updates or edits go live

Buyer: site builders and agencies

Wedge: detect gutenberg layout regressions, widget breakage, and client-visible update issues

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Summary: Is it okay to use Classic Editor long-term?: users show performance pain that may indicate a product gap.

Evidence quote: Hi, I prefer using the Classic Editor because it feels more simple and faster for writing.

Affected feature: performance

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Classic Editor

9.0M active installs · 89.6M downloads · rating 98.0

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