Summary
This article serves as a collection of useful tips. If you do not maintain a blog, you may find this content irrelevant.
For those who operate a blog, you are likely to find several of the insights presented in this article beneficial. Initially, I intended to share one remarkable discovery, but as I elaborated, I realized there were additional insights to communicate.
Let us proceed, shall we?
1.) Disqus Commenting
Disqus is a popular platform for managing comments on websites. Unfortunately, it lacks a dedicated app, making it challenging to respond to comments while on the go, especially via mobile devices. However, you can now reply to Disqus comments directly by responding to the email notification from Disqus containing the comment. This method allows for instantaneous updates. Additionally, you can moderate comments in a similar manner; for instance, in case of spam, reply with “spam“, and it will process the action for you.
2.) Facebook Shares
Enabling Facebook shares provides your blog’s audience the ability to share your content widely. Nonetheless, not all sites present well on Facebook. If your content does not appear visually appealing when shared, it is advisable to rectify this by using tools such as the Facebook Open Graph plugin, where applicable. Furthermore, if your content appears unsatisfactory on Facebook, you can troubleshoot this by utilizing the Facebook debugger tool found at https://developers.facebook.com/tools/debug/og/object/.
3.) Site Speed Optimization
Site speed is crucial for user retention. As a blogger, a significant strategy to enhance site speed is by optimizing and resizing images for web use. This process involves more than simply cropping or resizing; it necessitates compressing images to minimize their file size while preserving quality. The tools available for this task are free for various platforms—Apple users may utilize iResize, while Windows users can employ the free edition of Fotosizer to achieve optimal results.
4.) Twitter Analytics
Did you know Twitter now offers analytics? Whether you are already aware or not, you can explore this feature by visiting analytics.twitter.com.
5.) Google Analytics Demographics
Google Analytics provides demographic data (age, gender, etc.); however, if your data is too skewed, some information may be concealed (e.g., if most readers are predominantly women or men).
6.) Google Page Rank
The Google Page Rank has become obsolete. This update was anticipated last year with reports indicating that Google would likely stop updating it, and it appears they have indeed ceased, as indicated by articles here, here, and here. While the ranking algorithm may still function internally within Google, the public transparency is no longer available. Ensure to continue good SEO practices, as traffic can still increase even without a visible boost in page rank.
7.) BlogLovin Integration
Integrating your BlogLovin details into your posts can help grow your blog. As a frequent blog reader, I appreciate the convenience of having a clear reminder to follow a blog upon discovering it. It can be frustrating to fall in love with a new blog while searching for ways to subscribe, so consider including an accessible BlogLovin widget in your posts for ease of access.
Also, I have long sought an opportunity to share this entertaining video, which parodies general travel experiences. I found it amusing, as the creator articulates many relatable aspects of travel. Enjoy this light-hearted take on travel idiosyncrasies!
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