I've lost count at how many share bars, social media widgets, and other "user friendly" tools I've added to my blog over it's lifetime. Every blogger will agree you need to have options for your readers to follow your blog and find you on social media. There are a lot of ways and a lot of options out there to make your blog easy for readers to follow.
For me, the most important part of adding share buttons and follow widgets to your blog is that they are noticeable without being intrusive, user friendly but not too "in your face". Subtle, clear social & follow icons are a must close to or in conjunction with your profile description. But you need to give your readers options. As they read an article, they might be inclined to want to share it. As they spend time reading your profile or reading past posts, they then might decide to follow you. So, it's good to also have additional ways for readers to share and connect.
This is where Wibiya comes in. I am in love with the tool bar I created. It's subtle, easy to use, yet noticeable at the bottom of my blog page. This is one of many "rules" you can create once you register your free account. A "rule" is a cause and effect action you want to have happen on your blog. For example, for people visiting your blog for the first time, you might want to entice them with past articles from your blog or to follow you. Another example would be the promotion of a specific article. You can set links, days, or times for certain prompts to appear on your blog that is relevant to content. This is just the tip of the iceberg!
Installation of the widget is easy and Wibiya syncs with Blogger, Wordpress, and a long list of other platforms. Then, play around with the rules. See how they look on your blog. See how they look from day to day, for special events (i.e., giveaways and blog hops), and more. I think you'll be pleased with the results.
I tried this one out for a period of time. I wasn't overly comfortable having the pop up on my page. I can see where it works for some people though. OF course, I'm not talented enough to know how to use it to the full advantage.
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ReplyDeleteYes, when I originally tried it maybe 6 months ago, it was all over the place, I didn't like it. Now it's a subtle little pop across the bottom of the screen, which I do like. Lots to learn, though, with all the "rules" you can set up. ;)
Thanks for sharing! Glad you like it, please feel free to reach out with any feedback or ideas!
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Thanks, Jon. Actually, I do have one "request". I did make the suggestion via the Wibiya portal as well. I would love to see an "email me" option when you create a rule. I tried to do this by using the "link to a URL option", but it didn't work. Would love to see that!
DeleteI will share this with the product team! Thanks for sharing! Have you tried creating a custom message, with the link being emailto:email@address.com (using your name)?
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