Step 1: Create a Blog Site
A blog site must exist before you can create blog posts.
Navigate to Sites > Blogs.
Click Create Blog.
Choose Create Blog or Create Blog from Template.
Configure Blog Site Settings
Enter a Blog Site Title.
Select a Domain and define the Blog Slug.
Add a Blog Meta Description (used for SEO).
Click Create.
Step 2: Create a New Blog Post
You can create blog posts from the blog dashboard.
Open your blog site.
Click New Post or Create Blog Post.
Step 3: Add and Edit Blog Content
The blog editor supports rich text, media, and layout tools.
Text and Formatting Tools
You can:
Apply headings (H1–H6)
Use bold, italics, underline, and strikethrough
Add numbered lists, bullet lists, and quotes
Change fonts, sizes, colors, and alignment
Insert Images
Click the Image icon in the editor toolbar.
Upload from Media Library or use Image AI.
Add Alt Text for SEO.
Automatically Generate a Table of Contents
You can generate a Table of Contents based on headings.
Click the Table of Contents icon.
Choose a layout style.
Adjust indentation and link behavior.
Layout and Readability Options
Pagination
Pagination splits long posts into multiple pages to improve readability and performance.
Three-Column Layout
The three-column layout provides space for additional content such as images or navigation.
Step 4: Set Blog Post Details and SEO
Before publishing, configure the blog post settings.
Required Fields
URL Slug
Category
Optional Fields
Author
Keywords
Canonical Link
SEO Metadata
Add a Post Title and Post Description.
Upload a Cover Image (max size: 10MB).
Add Alt Text for the cover image.
Canonical Links (Blog, Category, Author)
Canonical links help avoid duplicate content issues.
Open the blog site.
Click the three-dot menu.
Select Canonical Links.
Set canonical URLs for the blog, categories, and authors.
Note: Tag pages are excluded from the sitemap to prevent duplication.
Step 5: Publish or Schedule the Blog Post
You can save posts as drafts, publish immediately, or schedule for later.
Draft: Not publicly visible
Publish: Goes live immediately
Schedule: Publishes on a future date
Once saved or published, the post appears in the blog post list.
Step 6: Display Blog Posts on a Funnel or Website
You must add a Blog Post List to a funnel or website to display posts.
Add Blog Post List Element
Create or open a funnel or website page.
Click Edit.
Add the Blog Posts element.
Configure Blog List Settings
Choose Standard or Compact layout.
Set Pagination (recommended: 6 or 9 posts).
Customize button text.
Enhance Blog Pages with Navigation and Sections
Category Navigation
Add a category navigation bar to help visitors browse posts.
Buttons and Social Media Icons
You can add:
Call-to-action buttons (Read More, Subscribe)
Social media icons for sharing and following
Use Saved Assets and Section Templates
Saved assets help maintain a consistent design across pages.
Section Templates
Insert pre-designed sections into blog pages.
Global Sections
Reusable sections, such as headers and footers, that update everywhere.
Universal Sections
Universal sections sync automatically across funnels, websites, and blogs.
Step 7: Add Images from Media Library
You can insert images directly from the media library.
Step 8: Connect a Domain to the Blog Page
If the blog page should load at the root domain:
Go to Settings > Domains.
Edit the domain.
Set the blog page as the Default Page.
Import Blog Posts from Another Platform
The Blog Importer allows importing posts from other CMS platforms.
Pre-Check
Ensure your existing blog has a sitemap:
Example:
blog.example.com/sitemap.xml
Step 1: Set Up Import
Navigate to Sites > Blogs.
Open the blog.
Click New Post > Import Blog Post.
Enter the blog homepage URL and a recent post URL.
Select the source platform.
Step 2: Map Content Fields
Map the following fields:
Title
Author
Publish Date
Featured Image
Post Content
Category or Tag
Step 3: Review and Import
Review mapped fields.
Import posts individually or in bulk.
All imported posts are saved as Drafts.
Review Imported Content
After the import completes, review the results in the Imported Content.
FAQ
How does the domain work with blog posts?
The domain is applied to the funnel or website where the Blog Post List element is added.
Can I create separate blog pages per category?
No. Separate blog pages per category are not currently supported.
How many blog posts should appear on the main blog page?
Use Pagination settings. A value of 6 or 9 posts is recommended.
Are Author, Category, and Keywords required?
A category is required. Author and Keywords are optional.
Can I edit Category, Author, or Slug after publishing?
No. Category, Author, Keywords, and Slug cannot be changed after publishing.
Are custom values supported in blog posts?
No. Custom values are not supported in blog posts.
Can I add forms or surveys to blog posts?
Forms and surveys cannot be added directly. Use Saved Sections with custom code instead.
What is the recommended image size?
Maximum image size is 10MB. Editor content width is 736px.
How long does the blog import take?
Imports typically complete in 10–20 minutes for up to 1,000 posts.