Projects

Every blog needs a foundation. Blogging platforms (sites, content management systems, software – some people refer to it differently) provide that base and a framework that you can use for starting a blog. There are a number of solutions, but only some are worth considering.

This guide provides a detailed overview (with pros, cons, and reviews) of the best blogging sites, to help you decide where to start a blog nowadays:

• Self-hosted software
• Freemium platforms
• Free blog sites
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I’ve tested each blogging website that I could find online to save you some time. Below, you will see a selection of the best blog platforms used by popular blogs (and bloggers) that I also use and recommend.