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What is Spectra (and Spectra Pro)?

Spectra is a powerful block library and site-building framework for WordPress that extends the native Gutenberg editor. Instead of relying on bulky page builders, Spectra enhances WordPress’s core editing experience with flexible, performance-focused blocks that allow you to design modern, conversion-ready websites directly inside the editor.

At its core, Spectra provides a comprehensive set of layout, content, and marketing blocks, things like containers, sliders, forms, post grids, testimonials, and dynamic content, giving you precise control over structure, spacing, and presentation without sacrificing site speed or maintainability.

Spectra Pro builds on this foundation by adding advanced functionality typically reserved for full visual builders. This includes dynamic content, loop builders, popups, global styling controls, advanced animations, and conditional display logic. These Pro features unlock scalable design systems, personalised content, and more sophisticated marketing workflows, without breaking away from WordPress best practices.

The Website Engine. Meet Astra Pro

In short:

Spectra is ideal for building fast, clean, and flexible WordPress sites using the block editor.
Spectra Pro is for projects that need advanced layouts, dynamic data, and higher-level control—while still keeping performance and long-term stability front and centre.

The list below outlines the full range of Spectra blocks, Pro features, and extensions available.