Free Blogging Platform to Make Money in 2024

I feel like blogging can never be outdated. It is reaching its peak every single day. There are hundreds of types of blogging, and thus, hundreds of ways.

Of course, here I am not talking about an Instagram fashion blogger. It's about blogging as a writer.

For blogging, you need a platform, and the first thing that pops up in mind is a website. The options for building a website are:

• WordPress 
• Hostinger
• Blogger 
• Wix, and many more.

The story doesn't end here. The next thought that caught one's mind is investment. I know that, as beginners, we are all low on budget and don't want to invest. Even if the budget is not low, it still seems risky.

But don't worry. You can still make your dream come true. As I said before, with every passing day, blogging is getting hyped.

Demand increases = Opportunities increase.

There are many platforms that allow you to blog free of charge.

Let me talk about them one by one!

#1. Medium 

Most popular and hyped platform. Though it evolves with each passing year and becomes a bit tricky for writers, it is still a favourite among bloggers and writers.

You can start your free blog on Medium. You can enrol in the Medium Partner Programme to get paid, but unfortunately, its Partner Programme is not available in all countries. Still, you can create a blog on Medium and monetize your writing by attracting clients and driving sales to affiliate links.

#2. HubPages

HubPages is also popular among writers, but it didn't get hyped. You can create your free blog on HubPages and monetize your writing.

The best thing about HubPages is that you can join from all over the world and you 

#3.Vocal.media

Then comes Vocal.media. The best thing about this platform is that you can join from all over the world. Another attractive thing about Vocal.media is you make money per view, and these views can be external and internal. Its money is not limited to only members who read on Medium.

Another thing you must know is that if you want to really generate income on Vocal.media, getting views without SEO is difficult. You must use SEMrush for SEO to rank your article on Google.

#4.Substack

Substack is a reliable, easy-to-use platform to start blogging and make money. It's not limited to locations like Medium. You can join from anywhere.

You can create your publication and email newsletter and you can set your subscriptions manually. You can put your stories behind the paywall manually.

#5. NewsBreak

NewsBreak is also good for generating potential income, but it is available only in certain countries or may be limited to the US.

Monetizing your content on NewsBreak is a bit tricky. First, you have to apply to join the platform, and then, after completing certain criteria of monetization eligibility, you will apply for monetization, but still, it's not guaranteed whether you will be accepted or not.

Those who are lucky enough to join generate thousands of bucks on NewsBreak.

Wrapping it Up

These platforms are good for making money, but every platform has its cons and pros. Other than that, another disadvantage of bogging on the writing sites is that you can be kicked out anytime, as I know Medium has removed many writer's accounts. My Medium Partner Programme has been revoked twice too. Having a website means having no fear of losing your income and blog. You are your own boss, and your income is yours. Writing platforms are a gamble; for some, they are life-changing, and for others, it's time-wasting to write on them.

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