How To Start A Blog

After I started my blog, very often my friends and relatives ask me how to start a blog. When I decided to start my blog I had very little experience about it. Before I had worked with one of my friend, but there I was mainly posting articles. With my experience I can say if you put in little effort any one can start a blog. I am documenting this so that it will be helpful for all.

Decide on Blog Topic

It is extremely important what you want to blog about. Pick a topic that you are really interested. Blog with passion. Then you will really enjoy each moment you spend for your blog.

 

3 Simple Steps to Start Blogging

Step 1: Find a Domain Name & Web Host

What do you want your domain name to be? Mine is Vimmys Recipe World. Think of as many names you can. If possible aim for one that has at least one of the keywords you would like to be found in the search engines for. Once you have decided on the name check out the options below to find the domain name is available. Once you got the same you need to decide on the web hosting plan.  If you are serious about blogging I suggest to go for a self hosted blog. There are so many places to buy this but its better to go with a reputable company.

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is a good option for hosting. Vimmys Recipe world is currently hosted with We got a good deal from them and they have good customer service also.

 

Check for the availability of Domain Name. Next step is to select the Web hosting plan.

 

 

   I suggest Hatchling Plan for beginners.

 

 

Then make sure to register the domain that you got in the first step.
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Complete the rest of the steps to finish your purchase

If you want to

 

 

is another good option.They offer an easy way to start and get your blog running on WordPress. is also affordable, and is a perfect place to start. In the same way as I described before check whether the domain name is available and decide on the hosting package. 

 

 Complete the steps to finish your purchase

 

 

 

If you want to

All the above companies have good customer support also. At any point you are feeling stuck you can get into their help. All these companies give different offers at different time. So check out their offers before finalizing whom you are planning to go ahead with. Also you can purchase your domain name from one and host with another. For example you can purchase the domain name with one and host your blog with another company. But things will be little simpler if you go ahead with the same company for domain name and hosting

There are free hosting services also available. But but the URL with a free account will have a tag on the end (i.e. http://yourdomain.wordpress.com, http://yourdomain.blogspot.com).

 

Step 2: Installing WordPress

Once you got your domain name and web host  you need to go through the process of installing WordPress. WordPress is an easy to use blogging software. It’s the software that I use for Vimmys Recipe World. The best part is that its super easy to use and is also easy to install on your website.

Some hosting companies like Bluehost gives One-Click” WordPress installation with all of their web hosting packages. You can take the help of the web hosting companies customer support for the wordpress installation. They will hold your hand for the same.

Once you finished your wordpress installation you need to type your Login URL (http://www.yourdomain.com/wp-admin) into your web browser. You’ll see a login screen like the one below. Enter your Username and Password. Now you are ready to publish your first post.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STEP 3: Decide on the Theme

At this point your are the official owner of a blog. Excited right???? You are minutes away from sharing your first blog. There are few things you can do to make your blog pretty. You have to decide on the theme for your blog. WordPress has lots of free WordPress Theme. You can check out the options

There are premium themes also available. Some of the options are Thesis Theme,  Genesis Framework etc

Once you are done setting up your blog, just send me a short message on my contact page or Facebook page. I would be happy to have a look. All the Best!!!!!