New to Running a Blog?
If you are new to running a Blog, you may find that many comments are unsuitable for your Blog.
Unsuitable Comments?
Some comments may not pertain to your blog. Writers of those comments are often Spammers trying to get free advertising from your content.
Other comments are rude or nasty from writers just looking for attention.
There are even comments from individuals or companies who would attempt to scam you and/or your readers.
Simple Solution for Unsuitable Comments
When you set up a Blog to allow comments, be sure to select “Approve Comments before publication.” You will want to be diligent about reviewing comments, and deciding what to reply to, or not.
If you find that comments contain advertising for others, mark it as Spam, and don’t reply.
Comments that might be from Scammers? Trash them, and don’t reply.
Snarky, sarcastic or nasty comments do not deserve your attention. Trash them and don’t reply at all.
Look at the Web Address of the Comment Writer
Look at the web address of the comment writer. If you are not sure of the origin or if you see that many comments are coming from the same company web address, you may want to Trash them. You can approve comments, reply to them, Trash them or mark them as Spam.
The best rule of thumb is to avoid responding to comments that you’re not sure of. Don’t waste your valuable time.
BLOG LIKE A BOSS!!
Blogging is interesting & fun. Many reader comments will be complimentary & helpful. Those are the comments that you will want to Approve & Reply to. Then you know the time you put into Blogging is well worth it.
