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What are DoFollow blogs?
Have you joined the Do-Follow Blog Movement? Okay, you probably haven't because you have no idea what a do-follow blog is. Right?
Once you understand what a do-follow blog is, I think you will understand why setting your blog to do-follow is the best way to go in this new online social networking world.
"Do follow" is the opposite of "No-Follow. Wordpress blogs, by default, use the HTML nofollow attribute on links that point away from the blog. This no follow attribute comes into play with the posting of blog comments. The no-follow tag tells the search engines NOT to follow the link to any other web sites.
There two major reasons why Wordpress sets it's comment links to nofollow.
1. It's good SEO for the blog since there will be fewer outgoing links and therefore less "link bleed", leading to better Google page rank. Sounds good!
2. There are blog spammers out there who will, and have, posted blog spam comments solely for the benefit of getting more incoming links to their site, which helps page rank. Using nofollow discourages those junk comment posts since there is no SEO to be gained by them. That makes sense!
So why are Do-Follow blog owners are going against the norm, and turning the No-Follow tag off, enabling do-follow of out going comment links.
Why Go Do-Follow?
If you're like me, you want people to comment on your blog posts. You want more of an interactive community. That's what Web 2.0 is about - community, relationships, and user created content.
But, how do you encourage people to comment on your blog posts? You give them something in return. You give them an outgoing link to their website, when they make a quality comment on your blog. You also allow the search engine to follow that link to their website by using the do follow attribute.
You also need to let people know that you are a Do Follow Blog. Some visitors will have no idea what that means, but those who do know what it means will appreciate it and will often leave a comment.
You will notice I now have a Do Follow notice in the upper right hand column of my do-follow blog. This graphic is courtesy of Randa Clay who is a Do Follow advocate. I'm letting others know that they are welcome to leave relevant comments, and letting them know what my expectations are.
Okay, but what about comment spammers?
No doubt there will be spammers who try to take advantage of your generosity. If you have a blog you probably are already getting comment spam, I sure do. But, I have found that the Spam Karma plugin does an outstanding job of filtering out spam comments.
You will still need to monitor comments, but it shouldn't take more than a few minutes each day.
How Do I Set Do Follow?
Unfortunately, the option to turn No Follow on, or off, is not an option in Wordpress. I have looked at a couple of plugins, and have decided the DoFollow plugin works best for me.
With the current Wordpress blog comment spam plugins now available, I see no reason not to be a "Do-Follow" blogger.
Once you join the Do-Follow movement, let everyone know your blog is do follow by adding your blog to the do-follow blog directory.
If you want more information on do-follow blogs, visit my Do-Follow Blog Directory Blog.
Once you understand what a do-follow blog is, I think you will understand why setting your blog to do-follow is the best way to go in this new online social networking world.
"Do follow" is the opposite of "No-Follow. Wordpress blogs, by default, use the HTML nofollow attribute on links that point away from the blog. This no follow attribute comes into play with the posting of blog comments. The no-follow tag tells the search engines NOT to follow the link to any other web sites.
There two major reasons why Wordpress sets it's comment links to nofollow.
1. It's good SEO for the blog since there will be fewer outgoing links and therefore less "link bleed", leading to better Google page rank. Sounds good!
2. There are blog spammers out there who will, and have, posted blog spam comments solely for the benefit of getting more incoming links to their site, which helps page rank. Using nofollow discourages those junk comment posts since there is no SEO to be gained by them. That makes sense!
So why are Do-Follow blog owners are going against the norm, and turning the No-Follow tag off, enabling do-follow of out going comment links.
Why Go Do-Follow?
If you're like me, you want people to comment on your blog posts. You want more of an interactive community. That's what Web 2.0 is about - community, relationships, and user created content.
But, how do you encourage people to comment on your blog posts? You give them something in return. You give them an outgoing link to their website, when they make a quality comment on your blog. You also allow the search engine to follow that link to their website by using the do follow attribute.
You also need to let people know that you are a Do Follow Blog. Some visitors will have no idea what that means, but those who do know what it means will appreciate it and will often leave a comment.
You will notice I now have a Do Follow notice in the upper right hand column of my do-follow blog. This graphic is courtesy of Randa Clay who is a Do Follow advocate. I'm letting others know that they are welcome to leave relevant comments, and letting them know what my expectations are.
Okay, but what about comment spammers?
No doubt there will be spammers who try to take advantage of your generosity. If you have a blog you probably are already getting comment spam, I sure do. But, I have found that the Spam Karma plugin does an outstanding job of filtering out spam comments.
You will still need to monitor comments, but it shouldn't take more than a few minutes each day.
How Do I Set Do Follow?
Unfortunately, the option to turn No Follow on, or off, is not an option in Wordpress. I have looked at a couple of plugins, and have decided the DoFollow plugin works best for me.
With the current Wordpress blog comment spam plugins now available, I see no reason not to be a "Do-Follow" blogger.
Once you join the Do-Follow movement, let everyone know your blog is do follow by adding your blog to the do-follow blog directory.
If you want more information on do-follow blogs, visit my Do-Follow Blog Directory Blog.
Favorite Do-Follow Blog Resources
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Critics of DoFollow Blogs
I have come across a number of critics of the DoFollow Blog movement lately, and that's okay. If there weren't any critics then I would be concerned.
If every blog owner went dofollow, we would lose the advantage we have being dofollow blog owners.
The criticism of dofollow blogs seems to be related to two main issues.
They are:
1. If you go dofollow on your blog, you are inviting comment spam - it's just not worth it.
2. If you write good content on your blog, people will comment anyway, so you don't need to go dofollow. So, you should pay no attention to nofollow vs. dofollow when commenting on blogs.
Now, I'm not going to totally discount those two opinions, there is some truth to both.
But, I don't think these blog owners see the big picture and understand how they are shooting themselves in the foot by not going dofollow.
Here is how I answer the dofollow blog critics.
If every blog owner went dofollow, we would lose the advantage we have being dofollow blog owners.
The criticism of dofollow blogs seems to be related to two main issues.
They are:
1. If you go dofollow on your blog, you are inviting comment spam - it's just not worth it.
2. If you write good content on your blog, people will comment anyway, so you don't need to go dofollow. So, you should pay no attention to nofollow vs. dofollow when commenting on blogs.
Now, I'm not going to totally discount those two opinions, there is some truth to both.
But, I don't think these blog owners see the big picture and understand how they are shooting themselves in the foot by not going dofollow.
Here is how I answer the dofollow blog critics.
4 DoFollow Blog Commenting Rules
Rules to get your comments approved
My blogs have been dofollow for a few months now, and for the most part it is going very well.
However, any dofollow blog owner will get a few comments that will NOT be approved because they are obvious comment spam.
Based on my experience with visitors who comment on my dofollow blogs, I have put together a list of dofollow blog comment rules.
If you are a dofollow blog owner, you may want to consider following similar rules.
If you comment on dofollow blogs, these rules will help you get your comments approved.
Before I do, I want to stress how important it is to post quality comments, related to the post you are commenting on.
Remember, DoFollow blog owners are giving you some link love, in exchange for your quality comments.
If you, and others, post junk comments, blog owners will get tired of seeing the junk, get tired of moderating junk comments, get tired of being taken advantage of, and will turn nofollow back on.
So, please be considerate, and appreciative of dofollow blog owners by doing the right thing and leaving quality comments related to the post you are commenting on.
DoFollow Blog Comment Rules
1. Read the post you are going to be commenting on! I also read several of the current comments if there are some. It only takes a few minutes to read the comments and get a general feel on what people are thinking.
Then, post comments directly related to the blog post, related to the general tone of the comments, or related to a comment left by a specific person.
2. Be kind, even if you disagree with the blog owner's post, or some individual comments. As a blog owner if you blast the blog owner or some of the posters directly, your comments may not be allowed. If you disagree with the blog owner, that's usually fine. Disagree, offer more information to support your disagreement, and do it respectfully.
3. I prefer at least a short paragraph of comments, that adds to the comment conversation. A simple "I agree" is not going to be approved by most dofollow blog owners.
4. Don't use your comments to list every website you own. After leaving some good comments, don't blatantly advertise your other websites. You're already being given an incoming link, don't push it. If you add additional websites, your comment probably won't be approved.
If you add a website in the comments that is directly related to the discussion, even if it's yours, it may be allowed it. If the owner thinks you are just trying to get more links, they probably won't allow it.
It only takes a few minutes to read before you comment, and only takes a few minutes to post a relevant comment that adds value.
The blog owner will approve your quality comments, and appreciate you adding value.
Others who read the comments are also more likely to click on your link if you are contributing good content to the discussion.
Common sense, dofollow blog commenting rules can move the dofollow blog movement forward and make it a winning experience for all.
Mike @ DoFollow Blog Information
However, any dofollow blog owner will get a few comments that will NOT be approved because they are obvious comment spam.
Based on my experience with visitors who comment on my dofollow blogs, I have put together a list of dofollow blog comment rules.
If you are a dofollow blog owner, you may want to consider following similar rules.
If you comment on dofollow blogs, these rules will help you get your comments approved.
Before I do, I want to stress how important it is to post quality comments, related to the post you are commenting on.
Remember, DoFollow blog owners are giving you some link love, in exchange for your quality comments.
If you, and others, post junk comments, blog owners will get tired of seeing the junk, get tired of moderating junk comments, get tired of being taken advantage of, and will turn nofollow back on.
So, please be considerate, and appreciative of dofollow blog owners by doing the right thing and leaving quality comments related to the post you are commenting on.
DoFollow Blog Comment Rules
1. Read the post you are going to be commenting on! I also read several of the current comments if there are some. It only takes a few minutes to read the comments and get a general feel on what people are thinking.
Then, post comments directly related to the blog post, related to the general tone of the comments, or related to a comment left by a specific person.
2. Be kind, even if you disagree with the blog owner's post, or some individual comments. As a blog owner if you blast the blog owner or some of the posters directly, your comments may not be allowed. If you disagree with the blog owner, that's usually fine. Disagree, offer more information to support your disagreement, and do it respectfully.
3. I prefer at least a short paragraph of comments, that adds to the comment conversation. A simple "I agree" is not going to be approved by most dofollow blog owners.
4. Don't use your comments to list every website you own. After leaving some good comments, don't blatantly advertise your other websites. You're already being given an incoming link, don't push it. If you add additional websites, your comment probably won't be approved.
If you add a website in the comments that is directly related to the discussion, even if it's yours, it may be allowed it. If the owner thinks you are just trying to get more links, they probably won't allow it.
It only takes a few minutes to read before you comment, and only takes a few minutes to post a relevant comment that adds value.
The blog owner will approve your quality comments, and appreciate you adding value.
Others who read the comments are also more likely to click on your link if you are contributing good content to the discussion.
Common sense, dofollow blog commenting rules can move the dofollow blog movement forward and make it a winning experience for all.
Mike @ DoFollow Blog Information
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