Want to start a blog but don't know where to begin? Keep reading.
Choosing the right platform is essential to your success. In this blog post, we'll walk you through how to set up a blog on four popular platforms: Blogger, Medium, BlogHunch, and Wix. And you can use any of them for free. Let's begin.
Blogger
Blogger is a free blogging platform from Google. It's easy to use and offers a wide range of features, including customizable templates, social media integration, and analytics.
To set up a blog on Blogger, follow these steps:
Go to blogger.com and click Create your blog.
Enter a name for your blog and a domain name. If you want a free domain name, it will end in .blogspot.com.
Choose a template for your blog.
Write your first post and click Publish.
Medium
Medium is another popular blogging platform that's free to use. It's known for its high-quality content and engaged audience.
To set up a blog on Medium, follow these steps:
Go to medium.com and click Sign up.
Sign up with your Google account, Facebook account, or email address.
Click Write in the top right corner of the page.
Write your first post and click Publish.
BlogHunch
BlogHunch is a newer blogging platform that's focused on helping bloggers connect with each other and monetize their blogs.
To set up a blog on BlogHunch, follow these steps:
Go to bloghunch.com and click Sign up.
Sign up with your Google account or email address.
Enter a name for your blog and a domain name. If you want a free domain name, it will end in .mybloghunch.com.
Finish setting up your account and website.
Write your first post and click Publish.
Wix
Wix is a website builder that also offers blogging features. It's a good option for bloggers who want more control over the design of their blog.
To set up a blog on Wix, follow these steps:
Go to wix.com and click Create an account.
Choose a template for your blog.
Type the name of your blog and a domain name. If you want a free domain name, it will end in .wixsite.com.
Finish setting up your account and website.
Write your first post and click Publish.
Once you've set up your blog, you're ready to start writing and sharing your content with the world!
Bonus tip: Promote your blog on social media and other websites to reach a wider audience.
My different blog platforms:
Monty Lifestyle Blog on blogger.com
Medium profile on medium.com
Monty Lifestyle on bloghunch.com
Monty Healthy Lifestyle on wix.com
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