Since this series began in January 2018 there have been over 1100 Posts from Your Archives where bloggers have taken the opportunity to share posts to a new audience… mine.
The topics have ranged from travel, childhood, recipes, history, family and the most recent series was #PotLuck where I shared a random selection of different topics. This series is along the same lines… but is a ‘Lucky Dip’
In this series I will be sharing posts from the first six months of 2021 – details of how you can participate are at the end of the post.
This is the second post from Hugh W. Roberts who shares his blogging expertise and this week another very useful tool.. the reblog…(I selected this one as I know some people are not sure about the process… not just because Hugh used me as an example lol)
Many bloggers agree that having their blog posts shared is one of the best things that can happen in the blogging world. After all, whoever is sharing the post is putting your work in front of a new audience.
I remember when, for the first time, another blogger reblogged one of my posts. As a new blogger, it was one of the most exciting moments of my blogging journey. Even today, I still get a lift whenever one of my blog posts gets reblogged.
But is there anything you should do when one of your blog posts is reblogged?
Yes!
Unless you’ve switched off your WordPress notifications, you will get an email notification from WordPress when one of your posts gets reblogged. It gives the following information –
- which post got reblogged
- who has reblogged it
- the number of followers it’s been reblogged to
Here’s an example of a recent reblog notification I received after Sally at Smorgasbord Blog Magazine, reblogged one of my posts.
WordPress Reblog Notification
WordPress also notifies users of reblogs in the notifications area (the bell symbol in the top right-hand corner of a WordPress blog).
What should I do when one of my blog posts gets reblogged?
The first thing to do is to thank the blogger who has reblogged your post.
The easiest way to do this is to reply with a ‘thank you’ to the reblog notification in your post’s comments section.
If the person who has reblogged your post has not closed off comments on the reblog they have done, you can also leave a ‘thank you’ in the comments section of their post. Not only is this polite and seen as friendly to do, but you will also get notifications from WordPress of any further comments left on the reblog.
You can then respond to those comments. However, don’t forget to tick the ‘Notify me of new comments via email’ box to ensure you get the notifications.
Don’t forget to tick the ‘Notify me of new comments via email’ box
However, some bloggers, Including myself, choose to disable comments on posts they have reblogged.
Why do some bloggers disable comments on the posts they’ve reblogged?
Because they prefer comments to be left on the original post where they can get seen by everyone reading or leaving comments.
Should I follow the blog of somebody who reblogs one of my blog posts?
If the blogger who reblogged your post is new to you, you may like to look at their blog and consider whether to follow them. However, you should never feel under any obligation to do this.
For example, a beauty blogger once reblogged one of my posts. As I don’t have any interest in beauty products, I chose not to follow her blog, but I did thank her for the reblog.
Should you return the favour and reblog a post of the blogger who has reblogged one of your posts?
Many do, and it can lead to the blogger reblogging more of your posts. However, never feel under any obligation to reblog a post because somebody has shared one of your posts. By all means, please share one of their posts on one or more of your social media accounts but, providing you have thanked them, there is nothing else you need to do.
If they publish content you’re interested in reading, then by all means read some of their posts and leave them some comments. However, don’t fall into the trap of following a blog that does not publish content you’re interested in reading.
Why Do Some Bloggers Reblog Their Own Posts?
Mainly to update and promote older posts that some new followers may not have read.
I use blogging features such as Throwback Thursday and Flashback Friday to promote my older posts.
Let’s wrap it up.
- If you have email notifications switched on, WordPress will email you whenever one of your blog posts gets reblogged.
- Reblog notifications also appear in the notifications centre of your blog.
- Always thank bloggers who reblog any of your blog posts.
- Thank them by responding to the reblog notification in the comments section of the post they have reblogged .
- If they have left comments open on the post they have reblogged, you can also thank them there.
- Don’t feel under any obligation to return the favour and reblog one of their posts, especially if they blog about a subject you’re not interested in.
- Don’t feel under any obligation to follow the blog of somebody who reblogs one of your blog posts. Only follow the blogs you’re interested in reading.
Any questions?
Leave them in the comments section.
Is there anything I’ve not mentioned that you do when one of your posts gets reblogged? Do you reblog the posts of other bloggers and, if so, do you expect anything in return?
Not sure how to reblog a blog post? My post How To Reblog A Blog Post Correctly On WordPress gives full details.
©Hugh W. Roberts 2021
About Hugh W. Roberts
My name is Hugh. I live in the city of Swansea, South Wales, in the United Kingdom.
I’m a passionate blogger and have been blogging since February 2014.
My blog covers a wide range of subjects, the most popular is my blogging tips. I’ve learned a lot about the world of blogging since I first discovered it. All of the tips and advice I give are free of charge and will cost you nothing apart from, maybe, a little bit of your time.
I have always enjoyed writing, and the fact that I suffer from a mild form of dyslexia has not stopped me from enjoying the passion I have for writing.
Now in my fifties, I thought it about time I let my writing become public. Becoming a blogger seemed to be the perfect way for me to do this. Blogging has put me in touch with hundreds of other writers, many of whom have been supportive and helped me with my writing.
I lead a happy life and always try to stay positive. I share my life with John, my wonderful civil partner, and our two Welsh Cardigan Corgis, Toby and Austin.
I write about life because I find it so fascinating. I have many stories to tell.
You will find some of my short stories and flash fiction on my blog, and I hope you enjoy reading them. Flash Fiction has become a big part of my writing, and I enjoy participating in various writing challenges.
Books by Hugh Roberts
Read the reviews and buy the books: Amazon UK – And on: Amazon US – Follow :Hugh Roberts Goodreads – Blog – Hugh’s Views and News – Twitter: @HughRoberts05
My thanks to Hugh for allowing me to access his archive and share his posts with you.
How you can feature in the series?
- All I need you to do is give me permission to dive in to your archives and find two posts to share here on Smorgasbord. (sally.cronin@moyhill.com)
- Rather than a set topic, I will select posts at random of general interest across a number of subjects from the first six months of 2021. (it is helpful if you have a link to your archives in your sidebar by month)
- As I will be promoting your books as part of the post along with all your information and links so I will not be sharing direct marketing or self- promotional posts in the series.
- If you are an author I am sure you will have a page on your blog with the details, and an ‘about page’ with your profile and social media links (always a good idea anyway). I will get everything that I need.
- As a blogger I would assume that you have an ‘about page’ a profile photo and your links to social media.
- Copyright is yours and I will ©Your name on every post… and you will be named as the author in the URL and subject line.
- Previous participants are very welcome to take part again.
- Each post is reformatted for my blog and I don’t cut and paste, this means it might look different from your own post.
- If I do share a post which contains mainly photographs I will share up to five and link back to the original post for people to view the rest.
N.B – To get the maximum benefit from your archive posts, the only thing I ask is that you respond to comments individually and share on your own social media.. thank you.
That was very useful, thanks Hugh (and Sally). I don’t generally reblog things on my blog, but maybe it would be a useful thing to do when I find things I seem to mention to other readers often (especially on IWSG days).
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Thanks Jemima.. for me it is a useful way to promote another writer as well as provide some content for the blog that I might not usually share. And whilst someone is reading the reblog they are likely to browse through the host’s archives..xx
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I’m glad they help, Jemima. I get people asking me ‘how do I reblog a post’ all the time. Hence this post.
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This was a very helpful re-blog/post, Sally. My blog posts have not been shared very often, but I HAVE made sure to leave a “thank you” comment on the original blog and on the re-blogged post (if they haven’t disabled comments…) when one of them HAS been re-blogged. You are certainly welcome to peruse my blog posts from the first half of 2021 to see if anything catches your fancy. I will send you an email saying the same thing. PS: The most useful sentence for me from today’s re-blog is this reminder: “Don’t fall into the trap of following a blog that does not publish content you’re interested in reading.” Thank you for all that you do to weave our blog community together!
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Many bloggers (including myself) fall into the trap of following blogs that don’t publish content that really interests them. I saved myself so much time when I stopped following them.
I’m delighted to hear that Sally’s share of this post from my blog has been helpful.
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Me too!
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Thanks Will and I have seen your email and will be in touch..glad you enjoyed the post… reblogging is certainly a useful tool, and helps spread awareness of other bloggers.
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Excellent tips!!
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Thanks, Jan.
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Thanks Jan..hugsx
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Reblogged this on Jane Risdon and commented:
A fab and informative article, thanks for sharing. I am sure this will be of interest to others too.
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Thanks for the reblog, Jane.
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Hugh, you are most welcome any time.
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Thanks Jane and for reblogging…hugsxx
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Pleasure any time.
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Thanks again for dipping into the archives of my blog and pulling out and sharing another one of my blogging tips posts, Sally. I don’t do a lot of reblogging myself, but I know that many users find it a great time-saver when sharing the posts of other bloggers.
Have a great week.
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Delighted to share Hugh.. and it does help promote other authors to a wider or new audience which is helpful…hugs xx
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Hugh’s posts are always interesting and applicable to what I do. This was another! Enjoyed this immensely.
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Great thanks Jacqui.. xxx
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Thanks, Jacqui. I enjoy sharing my blogging knowledge with you all. Thanks to Sally for sharing this recent post from me.
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Reblogged this on OPENED HERE >> https:/BOOKS.ESLARN-NET.DE.
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Thanks for sharing Michael..hugsx
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:-)) Thank you for sharing Hugh’s great and useful advices, Sally! Enjoy you evening. xx Michael
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Thanks for sharing, Michael.
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Thank you as well, Hugh. Always best and very useful advices. Enjoy you week! xx Michael
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Thank you for reminding me on one of Hugh’s great advices, Sally! He is definitely a TechGuru. xx Michaeo
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Very much so Michael…hugsx
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:-)) hugsx
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Very useful tips!
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As always from Hugh..thanks Liz..xx
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Thanks, Liz.
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I’m glad you shared this useful information. 🙂
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Thanks Kymber..hugsx
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I hope it helps.
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A great post from Hugh. I remember this one. His tips are excellent and the refresher was helpful. Thanks, Sally.
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Always useful to be reminded from time to time..thanks Diana…hugsx
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Thanks, Diana. I love helping out.
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Nice tips Hugh. Thanks for sharing Sally.
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Thanks Balroop…hugsx
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Thank you, Balroop.
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Hi Sally and Hugh, this is a great post to share. I have learned a lot from both your blogs about blogging.
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Thanks Robbie.. and you are certainly flying now…hugsxx♥
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Thank you, Sally. Hugs.
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That’s very pleasing to hear. Thank you, Robbie. I enjoying helping out.
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Always wise advice from our resident expert blogging guru, Hugh. ❤
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Thanks Debby ♥
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I always enjoy helping out. Thanks so much, Debby.
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Hugs xx
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I don’t have a blog post and know I should. This is so useful I’ve bookmarked it for reference should I muster up the courage to give it a go. Many thanks to both of you! xx
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Thanks Alex…hugsx
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I’m glad it’s helped, Alex. That first reblog can be daunting.
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I appreciate your tips and advice on blogging and reblogging, Hugh. They’re always very helpful. Thank you for sharing, Sally. ❤
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Thanks Miriam..hugs ♥
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You’re welcome, Sally. ❤
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I’m glad they help, Miriam. I always enjoy sharing my blogging knowledge with you all.
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I like your Throwback Thursday and Flashback Friday. Good idea, Hugh.
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More great advice – thanks very much, Hugh. I’m pleased to find that I think I’ve been on the right path, but now I can be certain. Toni x
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Great Toni..hugsxx
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That’s great to hear, Toni. I think these types of posts always act as a great reminder.
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I think if Hugh is ever looking for a side gig, he should write instruction manuals. While I already know about reblogging, his explanations are always so concise and easy to understand. There have been several other tools that I have learned to use because of Hugh’s screenshots and clear explanations.
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That’s great to hear Pete… and as you say very clear and easy to follow..xx
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Hi, Pete. Thanks so much. I’ve been asked to write a book about blogging. The trouble with that is that the blogging world is constantly changing, so any book is soon outdated. At least on my blog, I can make any updates immediately.
I’m delighted some of my posts have been helpful for you.
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Great advice from Hugh! Thanks for sharing, Sally. 🙂
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You’re welcome, Yvette.
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Happy to share Hugh’s wisdom anytime Yvette..hugsx
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