The launch of WordPress 7.0 is delayed to ensure 'extreme stability,' especially for Real-Time Collaboration and major database changes. Developers, site owners, and hosts should use this time to update testing workflows, prepare for schema updates, and enhance documentation. Thorough preparation during the extended Release Candidate phase will ensure a smooth, reliable upgrade when WordPress 7.0 finally arrives.

WordPress 7.0’s release is delayed due to major hurdles with its real-time collaboration feature, which aims to enable seamless multi-user editing. Key concerns include data storage, performance, and scalability. The community debates whether RTC should be in core or remain a plugin. Site owners should focus on stability, test new features in staging, and stay updated to smoothly transition when WordPress 7.0 finally arrives.