If you’re considering monetization, Blogger is a better free option than WordPress.com (free version). Hereβs why:
π Blogger vs. Free WordPress β Monetization Focused Comparison
| Feature | Blogger (Free) | WordPress.com (Free) |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Domain Support | Yes (but you must buy a domain separately) | No (only a subdomain like yourblog.wordpress.com) |
| AdSense Monetization | β Full access to Google AdSense | β Not allowed on free WordPress |
| Affiliate Marketing | β Allowed | β Restricted |
| Customization & Plugins | β Very limited | β Very limited (no plugins on free plan) |
| Storage | β Unlimited (Google Drive-based) | β 1GB only |
| Earning Potential | β Can fully monetize with AdSense & affiliates | β Very restricted |
| Ownership & Control | β Owned by Google but free to use | β Controlled by WordPress.com (limited control) |
π Which One to Choose for Monetization?
- π° If Monetization is Your Goal β Choose Blogger
- You can directly apply for Google AdSense.
- You can use affiliate links without restrictions.
- You get unlimited free storage.
- β Avoid Free WordPress.com for Monetization
- It doesnβt allow AdSense on the free plan.
- Limited customization and no plugins.
- WordPress.com places their own ads, and you donβt earn from them.
π Best Long-Term Option?
If youβre serious about blogging for income, consider self-hosted WordPress (WordPress.org) with cheap hosting (like Namecheap, Hostinger, or Bluehost). It gives full control over monetization and is much better than both free platforms.
π Recommendation:
- Short-term: Use Blogger for free, monetize with AdSense & affiliate marketing.
- Long-term: Move to self-hosted WordPress (
WordPress.org) for better control & earnings.
Let me know if you need help setting up either! π
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