Popular Platforms

Blogging tools differ on the features they provide. There are some features common to all platforms while the others offer more specialized ones. For those who utilize the free blog platforms, the most popular are the WordPress, Movable Type, Blogger.com, Typepad, Live Journal and Mindsay, among others. Many bloggers find these platforms so easy to use the reason for their popularity.

WordPress is a free blog software that has several useful features like the “private” posting and file uploads. There are currently more than one million bloggers around the world who use this platform. Majority of those who use WordPress are small business people.

The Movable Type is also famous among business owners who like to have control over their web designs and formats. A team provides technical support round the clock while the platform also offers exquisite features and functionality.

Blogger.com is a free blog host which allows users to create a personal or group blog absolutely free of charge. The site provides hosted service but users are free to use their own web host.

The Live Journal is normally used by bloggers who want a community-based system. Registration can be done easily on its web site.