Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Categories vs. Tags — What’s the Difference?
Categories are like big folders for your blog. They help group your posts by broad topics (like Family & Travel or Digital Presence).
Tags are more like labels. They help with finer details or specific topics inside a category (like “summer,” “SEO,” or “recipes”).
SEO Tip: Good categories help search engines and readers find related posts more easily, making your blog easier to navigate and more discoverable.
Step 2: Open the Category Page (Overview)
Go to your Blogsitefy dashboard.
On the left side, look for “Category” — click it.
On the Category page, you’ll see a list of all existing categories and buttons to Add Category, Delete, Edit, or View categories.
Step 3: Creating, Editing, and Managing Categories
To create a new category:
- Click the Add Category button at the top.
- A form will pop up.
- Fill in the following details:
- Category Name: Enter a simple, clear name for your category.
- Description: (Optional) Briefly describe what belongs in this category. You can use bold, italics, lists, and links for emphasis.
- Featured Image: (Optional) Add a visual to represent your category. You can either upload your own image or select one directly from Unsplash. This makes your category stand out and look professional.
- Meta Title: (Recommended) Use common search words. Keep it between 40–50 characters for best SEO results.
- Meta Description: (Recommended) Write a concise summary for search engines, ideally under 160 characters.
- Category URL: Edit this for a clean, user-friendly address.
Complete each field as needed, then click Submit to save your category.
To edit:
Click the Edit icon (pencil) under the category name in the list.
Make changes and click Submit.
To delete:
Click the Trash icon — Blogsitefy will ask to confirm before deleting.
Step 4: Assigning Posts to Categories
When you create or edit a post, find the Categories section in the Publish Post panel.
Click to select which category (or categories) your post should belong to.
You can have more than one.
Step 5: Best Practices for Category Hierarchies
- Keep categories broad but limited: Only create new ones if you’ll use them for multiple posts.
- Use simple, clear names: “Food,” “Tech Tips,” “Travel” — avoid vague terms like “Stuff.”
- Organize with parent and subcategories: Example — “Travel” → “Family Travel,” “Solo Travel.”
- Avoid duplication: Don’t reuse the same term as both a category and a tag.
Here’s a list of categories available at https://blogsitefy.com/blog/category
Step 6: Example Category List
Here’s an example of a clean, organized category setup:
- Family & Travel
- Digital Presence
- Food & Recipes
- Productivity
- Tutorials
Tip: Visit your Category page anytime to see, add, or organize your list.
Remember
Categories make your blog easy to explore—for both your readers and Google, including AI search tools!
Start simple, then expand as your blog grows.
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