Category: Build

After you learn the basics, it’s time to jump into actually building out your blog. It’s a bit of a process, but if you stick it out, the time you spend building will be well worth it.

We show you the entire process, including domains, hosting, SEO, tools, and inspiration to get started.

For a step-by-step tutorial that walks you through how to build a blog from start to finish, check out our How To Build A Blog page.

Domains

Everything you need to know about the address your site will live on and where visitors go.
LEARN ABOUT DOMAINS

Hosting

Everything you need to know about the company and service that will host your files.
LEARN ABOUT HOSTING

Design

What your blog looks like, aesthetically. Appearance, themes, and much more.
LEARN ABOUT DESIGN

Functionality

The way your blog behaves when users interact with the site. Plugins, features, and more.
LEARN ABOUT FUNCTIONALITY

SEO

Set up your blog correctly from the start, ensuring the search engines find and index your content.
SET UP SEO STRATEGY

Tools

Tools to help you communicate with your audience, be more productive, and maximize your efforts.
SELECT TOOLS

Inspiration

The boost you need to get started blogging, including examples you can reference for ideas.
GET INSPIRED

Quickstart Guides: Build

How To Come Up With The Perfect Blog Name

Our naming guide will help you select the perfect name for your blog.

The Best Free Platforms For New Bloggers

Get started for cheap with these free platforms for bloggers. Yes, they're really free!

The Complete Guide To Installing WordPress

This guide will show you how to install WordPress and get your blog off the ground.