I will take up a free WordPress site around the WordPress blogs web site (not rellay my own site) but I don't just like the designs they feature. Am i able to start using a acquired design on there? I know of a few Hubpages put websites with different designs, therefore it seems like it's feasible..

yes you can!!

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Yes, you can use a purchased design on a free WordPress site. The designs available on WordPress's website are just a starting point, but you have the flexibility to change and customize your site's appearance by using a different design.

To use a purchased design on your WordPress site, you have a couple of options:

1. Premium Themes from WordPress.com: If you have a free WordPress.com site, you can upgrade to a premium plan, which unlocks access to additional premium themes. These themes usually have more features and customization options. You can browse the premium themes available by going to your WordPress.com dashboard and selecting "Appearance" → "Themes," then clicking on "Premium" or "Premium Themes" to explore the options.

2. Self-Hosted WordPress Site: If you have a self-hosted WordPress site (using WordPress.org), you have even more flexibility in terms of design options. You can purchase a design from reputable theme marketplaces such as ThemeForest or Elegant Themes. After purchasing the theme, you can download the theme files and install them on your self-hosted WordPress site. From your WordPress dashboard, go to "Appearance" → "Themes," then click on "Add New" and select "Upload Theme" to upload the theme files.

Regardless of which option you choose, it's important to ensure that the purchased theme is compatible with the version of WordPress you are using and that it is regularly updated by the theme developer to ensure compatibility with future WordPress updates.