# Elementor Pro
> [!NOTE] Overview
> Elementor Pro is a premium website builder plugin for WordPress that offers advanced design capabilities and features for creating professional websites without coding.
## Key Features
1. Page Building
- Drag-and-drop interface
- Real-time design
- Responsive editing
- Custom CSS support
2. Design Elements
- 50+ pro widgets
- Theme builder
- Popup builder
- Form builder
- WooCommerce builder
3. Templates
- 300+ pre-designed templates
- 100+ full website kits
- Custom template system
- Global widgets
4. Dynamic Content
- Custom fields integration
- Dynamic tags
- ACF integration
- Template conditions
## Usage Status
- **Recommendation Level**: Must Use
- **Pricing**: $49/year (Personal), $99/year (Plus), $199/year (Expert)
- **Installation Type**: Core Plugin
## Best Practices
1. Install Elementor (free) first
2. Use global colors and typography
3. Implement responsive design
4. Optimize images before upload
5. Regular backups before major changes
## Integration Notes
- Works with most WordPress themes
- Compatible with major plugins
- Integrates well with:
- WooCommerce
- Advanced Custom Fields
- Contact Form 7
- Popular SEO plugins
## Recommended Addons
1. [[Essential Addons]] - Extended functionality
2. [[Ultimate Addons for Elementor Pro]] - Additional widgets
3. [[Happy Elementor Addons]] - Enhanced features
## Performance Optimization
1. Enable font optimization
2. Use optimized images
3. Implement lazy loading
4. Minimize widget usage
5. Regular cache clearing
## Personal Experience
Primary website builder for multiple projects. Offers excellent flexibility and features. The learning curve is moderate but worth the investment. Regular updates and good support make it reliable for production use.
## Alternatives
1. Divi Builder
2. Beaver Builder
3. Gutenberg (Native WordPress)
4. Oxygen Builder
## Resources
- [Official Documentation](https://elementor.com/help/)
- [Developer Documentation](https://developers.elementor.com/)
- [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/elementor/elementor)
- [Community Forum](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/elementor/)