An RSS feed (Really Simple Syndication) is a standardized, machine-readable format that lets a website automatically distribute its latest content, so subscribers can follow updates without needing to check the site itself manually. WordPress generates a basic RSS feed automatically for every single site by default.
How RSS Feeds Work
A website's RSS feed lists its most recent posts, along with their titles, summaries, and publish dates, all formatted in a standard XML structure. RSS reader apps and services can subscribe to that feed, notifying users automatically whenever genuinely new content is published.
Common Uses for RSS Feeds
- Letting readers follow a blog through a dedicated feed reader rather than repeat manual visits
- Automatically syndicating content to other platforms or third-party services
- Powering email newsletter tools that auto-send whenever new content is published
- Feeding podcast episodes to podcast directories and listening apps
Accessing a WordPress Site's RSS Feed
Adding `/feed/` to the end of any WordPress site's homepage URL displays its default RSS feed — no plugin or additional setup is required to access this basic functionality.
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