Subdomain or Directory for a WP Blog ?
 

Hi,

I just created a subdomain for a Wordpress blog and then I have heard on the Warrior forum and Digital Point some different opinions on how to set this up - some people think a subdomain is fine, and some say a directory on your site can hold WP (doesn't sound easy) - so SE's think a subdomain is another website and will not regard it as part of your site ? That's what I'm hearing. So, why even using subdomains for blogs ?

Anyone tried this and does anyone know the best strategy here ? Is it best to set up a WP blog for your html site in some sort of a directory on your site (please tell me if it's complex)or is it best to set up a subdomain ?

Your expert opinions are appreciated.

Re: Subdomain or Directory for a WP Blog ?
 

Hi - you don't say whether or not your web host runs cPanel - if it does, then installing wordpress is a click of a button from the Fantastico scripts section. It will go in a directory - or at the top level of your site, depending on what you'd like to do. I think other web hosts also offer this easy install feature.

The search engine benefits of a blog come when the blog and the rest of your site can be spidered; so your site navigation should include the blog in its structure and it should be possible to navigate back to the rest of your site from the blog.

Best wishes
Margaret

Re: Subdomain or Directory for a WP Blog ?
 

Hi

If you go here http://www.ultimate-resale.com/videos/

You will see exactly how to set up wordpress on your domain

Craig

Re: Subdomain or Directory for a WP Blog ?
 

In case you missed the following...

Everything you need to Know about Blogging and much more!

Seriously consider your own Domain name as most Experts will tell you. ;)
http://www.sowpub.com/forum/showthread.php?p=13625

Phil