I get asked what tools I use to build WordPress blog and websites, so why not create a resources page and let you see for yourself. These products are great and will help you to improve your productivity. Be sure and check this section out regularly, as I will be adding new products and services as I come across them.
If you have suggestions, let me know and I’ll do my best to check them out.
For the most part, the products and services listed on this page contain affiliate links. After all, you wouldn’t expect me to reveal my sources without being rewarded too! Don’t worry; I’m confident that the products and services do what they say they do. I use them, and I wouldn’t include them if I didn’t.
That said, let’s get started and see what we can find for you to use:
1) Domain Names:(yourname.com) The first step to setting up your own blog is to get a domain name. I use GoDaddy to register my domain names. When you register a domain, GoDaddy will try to sell you other services. I only use them for domain registration and all other services are through other providers that I’ve found to be superior.
2) Web Hosting: Web hosting is done with Rochen Performance Hosting. Rochen Performance Hosting is lightning fast and extremely reliable. When I have had issue, it has been resolved in minutes, not hours like every other hosting company I’ve ever had. Setup your hosting account with Rochen Performance Hosting.
3) Blog Software: The next step is to select a blogging platform, also known as a CMS (Content Management System). I now use WordPress as it is the most widely used and best blogging platform. Most websites are also designed using WordPress.
- Setting up a WordPress blog is extremely easy when you sign up with Rochen Performance Hosting. WordPress is freely available.
4) Blog Templates or Themes: Once you have set up WordPress, you will want to get a theme platform. I use StudioPress Themes, a company that is owned and used by top bloggers, including Pro Blogger and Copy Blogger. Studio Press has user-friendly designs and they plug right into WordPress. Check out StudioPress themes here.
Learn how to set these products up, or have me set them up for you when you use the links on my site.
