{"id":16989,"date":"2020-12-06T15:00:42","date_gmt":"2020-12-06T14:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qodeinteractive.com\/magazine\/?p=16989"},"modified":"2020-12-04T14:17:24","modified_gmt":"2020-12-04T13:17:24","slug":"pages-every-wordpress-blog-should-have","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/qodeinteractive.com\/magazine\/pages-every-wordpress-blog-should-have\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Types of Pages Every WordPress Blog Should Have"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Whether you\u2019re just starting your blogging career or are looking to get some traction for your established blog, there are some things you must have. A solid hosting account that can handle traffic, an attractive niche to blog about, and a WordPress site where you will share your content. But aside from your blog posts, your content should also include a couple of additional pages.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]A big part of what draws people in and makes them follow a blog or writer is a sense of connection or closeness. And that is something you foster by sharing information about yourself. The best way to do that is via pages. Pages, unlike posts<\/a>, are static and won\u2019t be buried under any new posts. So you can sort your information into pages and keep it apart from the content you publish regularly for the blog.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Now let\u2019s take a look at what pages your WordPress blog should have.
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About Me\/Us<\/h2>\n

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\n \t \n \"About <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]This is your introductory page. You may think it is a clich\u00e9 but, in reality, it is a must-have. Taking the time to tell readers about yourself and your interests can help you create a bond with them. The specific information you put here can vary depending on what kind of relationship and brand you\u2019re trying to build. But anything from random facts about you to behind-the-scenes pictures can be a plus.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Moreover, a carefully designed and engaging About page<\/a> serves your SEO efforts, too. Sprinkle your keywords throughout, and let the crawlers put you on the map.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”68px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Contact Page<\/h2>\n

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\n \t \n \"Contact <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]Another oldie but goodie. Including a Contact page on your WordPress blog will let fans reach out to you, colleagues give you feedback, and interested parties offer collaboration. The content you produce might make people want to work with you, ask for interviews, or pay you for producing a sponsored post. So giving them a way to reach you is essential.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]You can also use the space on this page to show what kind of contact you\u2019re open to. Let your visitors know how to send suggestions or requests, give them a form for advertising inquiries, and provide information about guest posting.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Also, displaying links to your social media profiles is extremely beneficial. Make sure to use a blog theme with social sharing functionality<\/a> so visitors can easily share and promote your content.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”new-top-picks-banner”][vc_empty_space height=”81px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Getting Started Page<\/h2>\n

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\n \t \n \"Getting <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]If your blog has a lot of articles, then you\u2019ll want to add a page to organize them and to let readers know where to start. This will make your blog easier to navigate and ensure visitors won\u2019t get lost in medias res.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]A Getting Started page can help you show the chronology and development of your blog. It can also provide a space where you can group series of posts and share key information. Readers will thank you for the organization since it will be easier to follow your posts and get around your blog in the right order.
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Disclaimer Page<\/h2>\n

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\n \t \n \"Disclaimer <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]Being honest and transparent about what you get out of your blog can foster trust in your readers. So, if you make any money off your blog, then this is the place to let them know that. Or if you cover research topics and are a member of a prominent institution, you might want to let your readers know how that reflects on them. Or, perhaps, you have a Ko-fi<\/a> account or a GoFundMe<\/a> and want to invite readers to support you by presenting the costs of running a blog to them. Whatever your circumstances may be, a disclaimer page can help you communicate them clearly so visitors know what they\u2019re getting into.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”68px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Sitemap Page<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]To be honest, turning your XML sitemap into a page will benefit crawlers more than visitors. However, we cannot overstate the value of being liked by search engines, so adding this page is extremely helpful in the long term.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]The sitemap has links to all your site\u2019s posts and pages. Thanks to your sitemap, web crawlers find it easier to index and rank your latest articles and content. And, you needn\u2019t worry about looks; there are plugins to help you generate and publish your sitemap page in a user-friendly way that will make it easy to navigate for people as well as crawlers.
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404 Page<\/h2>\n

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\n \t \n \"404 <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]Missing pages and broken links are the last things any blog needs. They can put off first-time visitors and annoy veteran users. While it\u2019s impossible to prevent every WordPress and server error out there, you can mitigate its effects. That\u2019s what a well-designed 404 page<\/a> can help you with. Compose yours so it reassures visitors that they\u2019ve run into a temporary hiccup and directs them to one of your other pages. If done right, a 404 page can show off your creativity while reducing your bounce rate.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”68px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Archive Page<\/h2>\n

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\n \t \n \"Archive <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]The place where all your old posts go to die or the library where curious readers come to browse? The Archive page will keep your posts for posterity while serving as a catalog of your works.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Moreover, if you have a good grasp of how the WordPress template hierarchy works<\/a> and know a bit of code, you can customize this page to give it a personal touch. There\u2019s no reason why an Archive page should be boring.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”68px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Policies Page<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]We\u2019re using an umbrella term here, but a policies page would be the place to let visitors know about your privacy policy, your comments policy, your advertising policy, and whatever else you need to divulge. Put down all your legal and operational information and rules. The internet is a wonderful place, but things can sometimes get strange, so covering your legal bases can save you a lot of future headaches.
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Honorary mentions<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Finally, there are a few pages that didn\u2019t make the list but would be useful to include, depending on your blog topic and design.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]For example, a Portfolio\/Works page<\/strong>. If you\u2019ve written prolifically before, or if you are a published author outside the blogosphere, then this page is a neat way of sharing that information. And doing so might net you more readers and commissions.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]

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\n \t \n \"Portfolio <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]Unless you\u2019re blogging just for the fun of it, you\u2019re going to need followers. Most blogs opt for using subscription forms or pop-ups, and there\u2019s nothing wrong with that. But if you want more space to pitch your blog, a Subscribe or Squeeze page<\/strong> can help boost your follower numbers. An added benefit of having a separate page for subscriptions is being able to link to it and share that link across platforms.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Another useful addition would be a Shop page<\/strong>, especially if you have your own merchandise. And even if you work as an affiliate, your shop can display all affiliate products mentioned in your blog posts.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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\n \t \n \"Shop <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]Do you work in multiple mediums? If so, a Podcast page<\/strong> could be just the thing for you. Starting a podcast with WordPress<\/a> is a fun, engaging way to connect with people and podcasting has never been more popular.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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\n \t \n \"Podcast <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]If you want to provide your readers with additional value, you can create a Resources page<\/strong>. This can be your place for sharing recommended reading, useful courses, other blogs and sites, helpful software, and more.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]For bloggers who have a lively community around their blog, an FAQ page<\/strong> is a great way to cut down the workload. Instead of answering individual questions and comments that center on the same topics, put together a page with your replies to save yourself some time.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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\n \t \n \"FAQ <\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]Similarly, if you are working on a special project, an Event-specific or Coming Soon page<\/strong> can serve to inform visitors without taking attention away from your blog. Also, a static page won\u2019t get lost in the posts feed and you can easily update it with any new events or products.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Success for any business can mean the ability to connect to their customers, buyers, or clients. Blogging is no different. Generally, to make a good blog, you need to be creative, so it helps if you have all the best tools for writing great blog posts<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]But, being able to attract readers is only the first step. Offering visitors an easy and pleasant browsing experience will keep them coming. By including a few static WordPress blog pages, you can share information about yourself and communicate with visitors while simultaneously helping crawlers and search engines get to know you better. So make it a win-win by adding these key pages to your blog.
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