Why Start a Blog with Notion?

Before we dive in, here’s why Notion is a solid option for bloggers:

• No coding needed – Build and publish with a drag-and-drop interface

• Customizable layouts – Design your blog exactly how you want

• Structured content – Use databases to stay organized

• Low or no cost – Avoid pricey hosting and plugins

• Works everywhere – Write and edit from desktop or mobile

1. Set Up Your Notion Workspace

1. Sign up for Notion at notion.so (if you haven’t already).

2. Create a new page for your blog. You can name it something like “My Blog” or “Journal”.

3. Choose an icon and cover if you want to personalize it.

2. Choose or Build Your Blog Layout

You have two options here:

Option A: Use a Pre-Made Blog Template

1. In the left sidebar, click Templates

2. Search for “Blog” or “Website”

3. Pick a layout you like and customize it with your own style, tags, and categories

Option B: Create Your Own Blog from Scratch

1. On your page, type /database and choose Gallery View (or Board View for a Kanban-style blog)

2. Add properties like:

   • Title (Name)

   • Status (Draft, Published)

   • Publish Date

   • Tags or Category

3. Create a layout using headings, and cover image to design how you want your posts to look

3. Write Your First Blog Post

1. Add a new row (or page) in your blog database

2. Start writing! Use Notion’s built-in tools for:

   • Headings, lists, quotes, dividers

   • Images, videos, embeds

   • Custom styling with callouts or columns

4. Publish to the Web

1. Click Share, switch to the Publish tab

2. Enable "Publish to Web"—then your page is live instantly

3. Changes appear in real time no republishing needed

5. Polish Settings & Branding

In Site customizations, you can:

• Edit how your preview appears (link title + cover + description)

• Choose a light or dark theme

• Enable search engine indexing to boost visibility

• Set link expiration—ideal for temporary shares

• Connect Google Analytics to track traffic

6. Connect a Custom Domain

To use your own domain (like yourname.com):

1. In Site customizations, click Connect Domain

2. Follow the simple guided steps to add DNS records

3. Once verified, your Notion site runs under your domain

Notion supports managing multiple domains per site out of the box.

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