Follow vs Subscribe
Understanding the difference between Following and Subscribing
New to the blog? You might have noticed two ways to stay updated with my content: Following and Subscribing. Here's what each one does and which one is right for you.
๐ฑ Following (Blogger)
When you click the "Follow" button, you're joining my Blogger community using Google's built-in follower system.
What You Get:
- ✅ Reading List Updates - New posts appear in your Blogger Reading List
- ✅ Quick Access - Easy way to keep track of blogs you love
- ✅ Public Support - Your profile picture appears in the followers grid
- ✅ Community - Be part of the visible blog community
What You Need:
- ๐ง A Google/Blogger account
- ๐ Access through Blogger's platform
๐ก Best For: Readers who already use Blogger and want to see updates in their Reading List. Great if you follow multiple Blogger blogs!
๐ง Subscribing (Email Newsletter)
When you subscribe by entering your email, you'll receive my posts and updates directly in your inbox.
What You Get:
- ✅ Direct Inbox Delivery - Posts come straight to your email
- ✅ Newsletter Exclusives - Sometimes I share bonus content, thoughts, or updates only with email subscribers
- ✅ Complete Privacy - Your email is never shown publicly or shared
- ✅ No Account Needed - Just your email address
- ✅ Weekly Digest - Get a curated summary of posts and updates
What You Need:
- ๐ง Just an email address
- ✉️ A willingness to receive occasional emails (you can unsubscribe anytime)
๐ก Best For: Readers who want posts delivered directly to their inbox and prefer email updates. Perfect if you don't use Blogger regularly!
⚖️ Quick Comparison
| Following | Subscribing | |
|---|---|---|
| Where updates appear | Blogger Reading List | Your Email Inbox |
| Account required | ✅ Yes (Google) | ❌ No |
| Public visibility | ✅ Yes (profile shown) | ❌ Private |
| Bonus content | Blog posts only | ✅ Exclusive updates |
| Frequency | Every new post | Weekly digest |
๐ค Which Should You Choose?
Choose Following If:
- You have a Blogger account
- You follow multiple blogs on Blogger
- You check your Reading List regularly
- You want to publicly show support
Choose Subscribing If:
- You prefer email updates
- You don't use Blogger often
- You want exclusive content
- You value privacy
๐ซ Want the Best of Both Worlds?
Do Both! Following gives you quick blog updates, while subscribing brings exclusive content to your inbox. Many readers choose to do both to stay fully connected.
✨ My Recommendation
If you're just discovering my blog, I'd recommend subscribing via email first. Here's why:
- ๐ง You won't miss anything - Posts come directly to you
- ๐ Exclusive content - Subscribers sometimes get bonus thoughts and updates
- ๐ Private and easy - No account needed, just your email
- ๐ Better for me - Email subscribers help me understand my audience better
That said, if you're a regular Blogger user, following is a great way to show support and stay in the loop through your Reading List!
Ready to Stay Connected?
Head back to the homepage and choose the option that works best for you.
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