These are the free resources I used to get me started blogging and continue to use.
Blog site
First, you need to decide on your platform. Over the years I’ve used Tumblr, Blogger, Weebly and all have been great and free.
My current favourite is Word Press. It also has a great app that is easy to use so I can make a start on my posts and publish, wherever I am.
I’ve even been thinking about paying for Word Press because I am loving it that much.
Grammarly
I was late to discovering this app and site. The service is free (you can pay extra for more features). It checks your text and advises on spelling, grammar and punctuation. I don’t always have time to use it but posts I thought were fine have still thrown up some mistakes. It’s not easy to use on my mobile though so I only use it at my PC.
LoCal
This free online calendar has a function where you can schedule tweets which I have found incredibly useful. It only works on the PC.
Canva
This site (and app) enables you to create social media images – I’m talking blog titles, novel covers, infographics, Pinterest, Facebook cover, Instagram pic, flyer, invitation, etc.
There is also a handy app for making pics so you can create whilst out and about or using pics straight from your mobile.
Google Drive
I have a spreadsheet with ideas when to schedule my posts from (although, in the future, I may use Google calendar for this). I can save articles I’ve written too and back up photos from my phone (including Canva images I saved).
Simplenote
I jot down useful info like blog post ideas or favourite fonts on Canva, etc. Everyone needs a note.
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What do you use?
I hope you like the resources I use and hope I’ve introduced you to something new. Do you use any of the above? What are your go to resources for blogging?
