Tools

Discover essential tools to boost your blog: Web analytics, comment systems, newsletters, and more.

30 resources found

BlogTally Pulse

Blog-specific analytics platform designed to give content creators the metrics that matter most for blogging.

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Fathom Analytics

Simple, privacy-focused website analytics that doesn't track or store personal data of your users.

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Matomo

Open-source analytics platform that gives you full control over your data with Google Analytics-like features.

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Pirsch Analytics

Privacy-focused web analytics platform that provides insights about your visitors without compromising their privacy.

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Plausible Analytics

Lightweight and privacy-focused web analytics tool with a simple, clean interface.

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Umami

Simple, fast, privacy-focused alternative to Google Analytics with open-source roots.

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Disqus

Popular commenting system used by millions of websites that offers social integration and moderation tools.

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Hyvor Talk

Privacy-focused commenting platform with no ads and a clean interface.

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Commento

Lightweight, privacy-focused commenting platform that's fast and simple to implement.

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Utterances

Lightweight commenting system using GitHub issues, perfect for developer blogs and technical sites.

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Isso

Self-hosted commenting server that's lightweight and privacy-focused.

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GraphComment

Feature-rich commenting system with advanced moderation and community engagement tools.

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ConvertKit

Email marketing platform designed specifically for creators and bloggers.

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MailerLite

User-friendly email marketing tool with all essential features at an affordable price.

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Substack

Publishing platform that combines newsletters, blogs, and podcasts with built-in monetization via paid subscriptions.

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A newsletter platform built for creators and publishers focused on growth, monetization and audience insights.

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Buttondown

Simple, elegant newsletter service focused on writers and markdown enthusiasts.

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BlogTally Broadcast

Newsletter solution specifically designed for bloggers to convert readers into email subscribers.

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Yoast SEO

The most popular WordPress SEO plugin with comprehensive content and technical optimization features.

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Rank Math

Fast-growing WordPress SEO plugin offering many premium features in its free version.

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Ahrefs

Comprehensive SEO toolset for competitive analysis, keyword research, and content planning.

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SEMrush

All-in-one marketing toolkit with strong SEO features for keyword research and content optimization.

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Ubersuggest

More affordable SEO tool offering keyword research, site audit, and competitive analysis features.

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Buy Me A Coffee

Simple platform for creators to accept donations, sell digital products, and offer memberships.

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Ko-fi

Creator-friendly platform for receiving support, selling products, and offering memberships without monthly fees.

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Patreon

Established membership platform allowing creators to earn recurring income from supporters.

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Memberful

Professional membership solution that integrates with your existing blog or website.

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Ezoic

Intelligent ad platform using AI to optimize ad placements and increase revenue for content sites.

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Mediavine

Premium ad management company for mid to large publishers focusing on site speed and user experience.

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AdThrive

Premium ad management company for higher-traffic sites offering some of the industry's highest RPMs.

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