The Full Checklist & Tool Guide I Use to Launch Blogs (Free with Blogger)
So, you’ve chosen your niche, secured your name, and set up your socials — now it’s time to actually launch your blog.
The good news? You don’t need to spend a dime to get started. I’ve launched multiple travel and food blogs using Blogger, and it remains one of the best free platforms for beginners who want to start writing and earning right now — no coding, no stress.
In this post, I’m giving you the exact checklist and free tools I use to go from idea to launch. Whether you’re starting a travel diary or a foodie destination guide, this will help you hit the ground running.
Step-by-Step Blog Launch Checklist (Using Blogger)
1. Create Your Blogger Account
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Go to www.blogger.com
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Log in with your Google account
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Click “Create New Blog”
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Choose a name, blog address (URL), and starter theme (you can customize it later)
💡 Tip: Use the same name as your brand and social handles for consistency.
2. Customize Your Blog Design
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Go to Theme > Customize
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Adjust fonts, colors, and layout to match your vibe
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Upload a custom logo (use Canva — free tool mentioned below)
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Add a favicon (your mini logo icon)
💡 Free Resource: Canva – Use it to create logos, blog banners, and social post graphics.
3. Set Up Your Essential Blog Pages
Create these as static pages under Pages in Blogger:
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Home (your latest posts will auto-display)
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About Me – Tell your story, mission, and why you started
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Contact – Include your email or a Google Form
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Privacy Policy – Use a free generator like Privacy Policy Generator
4. Install These Free Blogger Tools/Widgets
Here’s what I recommend adding from Blogger’s built-in gadgets or through third-party HTML:
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Search bar (for easy navigation)
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Social media icons (link to your IG, TikTok, YouTube)
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Popular Posts (automatically shows trending content)
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Email subscription form – Use Feedburner or Mailchimp
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Related Posts widget – Keeps readers on your blog longer
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Pinterest "Pin It" button – For food/travel photos
5. Write & Publish Your First 3 Blog Posts
Stick to value-driven content that introduces your niche. Ideas:
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“My Favorite Hidden Food Spots in [City]”
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“What I Eat in a Day While Traveling”
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“How I Traveled to [Country] for Under $200”
💡 Use Grammarly (free version) to polish your writing and avoid typos.
Free Tool Guide I Personally Use
Here are my go-to free tools that make launching and growing a blog easier:
| Purpose | Tool | Link |
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| Graphics & Branding | Canva | Design logos, blog banners, and social graphics |
| Blog SEO | Ubersuggest | Free keyword research for travel & food content |
| Writing Help | Grammarly | Improve spelling, clarity, grammar |
| Privacy Policy | PrivacyPolicyGenerator | Free legal pages |
| Email Signup | Mailchimp | Build a basic email list with automation |
| Affiliate Links | Impact, Awin, Amazon Associates | Earn money by recommending food or travel products |
Optional but Recommended
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Buy a custom domain (e.g., www.yourblog.com) — It’s more professional and costs around $10–$15/year.
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Start an email list early — Build a relationship with your readers.
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Create a content calendar — Stay consistent with publishing.
You’re Ready to Launch!
Blogging with Blogger gives you the power to start fast, for free — no excuses, just action. You’ve got the tools. You’ve got the roadmap. Now it’s time to hit “Publish.”
