Article 2.4: Using Tags Effectively

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Tags vs. Categories — What’s the Difference?

Tags are short words or phrases that describe specific topics, details, or themes in your post. Think of them like stickers or name tags you put on each blog entry (for example, summer, chocolate, travel tip).

Categories are bigger groups—like having a folder for “Recipes” and then using tags like “dessert” and “vegan” for each post inside.

Step 2: Tag Creation & Management

• Go to your Blogsitefy Dashboard.
• Click the Tags tab at the top of the Category page.
• To add a new tag, click the Add Tags button (plus icon at the top).

Fill in the tag details:

• Tag Name: Enter a short and clear tag name.
• Meta Description: (Optional) Add a brief description (under 160 characters) for search engines.
• Tag URL: Optionally refine your tag's URL for clarity and better SEO.
• Click Submit to save the new tag.

To edit:
Click the pencil icon below the tag name, update the info, and click Submit.

To delete:
Click the trash can icon next to a tag name to remove it. Blogsitefy will ask for confirmation before deletion.

Step 3: Assigning Tags to Blog Posts

When you create or edit a post:

1. Look for the Tags section in the post editor (it's in the right sidebar under "Advanced").
2. Type your tag names—separate each tag with a comma. You can add new tags or pick from existing ones.
3. Add multiple tags if needed. Each tag links your post to those topics.
4. Click Publish to save your post with the selected tags.

Step 4: Best Tagging Practices for Organization and SEO

• Keep tags short and familiar: Use simple, searchable words readers understand (e.g., pizza, how-to, summer).
  
• Avoid over-tagging: 3–5 relevant tags per post are enough.
  
• Stay relevant: Only tag topics that truly relate to the post.
  
• Be consistent: Avoid duplicates like TravelTips and travel tips—stick to one format.
  
• Avoid spam: Don’t tag “blog” or “post” everywhere—focus on what’s meaningful.

Step 5: Tag Library — Maintenance, Editing, and Merging

1. Go to the Tag Library (the Tags tab in your Category dashboard) to view all your tags.
2. Edit tags using the pencil icon—fix spelling mistakes or remove duplicates.
3. Delete unused or redundant tags with the trash icon to keep your Tag Library organized.
4. Periodically review your tags for better data management and searchability.

Tip

Good tags make it easier for visitors and search engines to find related content. Don’t hesitate to refine your tags over time — the Tag Library helps you stay organized.