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How to Add a Live Blog to Your Article and Post Live Updates in Newsifier
How to Add a Live Blog to Your Article and Post Live Updates in Newsifier

Engage readers with live updates using Live Blog widget. Cover events in real-time and boost SEO traffic with dynamic content!

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Written by Support Newsifier
Updated over 3 weeks ago

Introduction

Live blogs are a powerful tool for covering live events such as breaking news, sports matches, or other real-time updates. With Newsifier's live blog feature, you can add real-time updates to your article, allowing your readers to stay informed without having to refresh the page. Additionally, live blogs are favored by Google in search results, so it can drive more SEO traffic to your site.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to add a live blog to your article and update it with new posts.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to add a live blog to your article and update it with new posts.

Step 1: Select the "Live Blog" Article Type

To begin, set your article type to “Live Blog”:

  1. In the right panel of the article editor, select Type: Live Blog.

  2. This ensures your article is configured for real-time updates.

Step 2: Insert the Live Blog Into the Article

Next, insert the live blog feature into your article:

  1. In the article editor toolbar, click on the Live Blog icon.

  2. The live blog will now be inserted into your article, ready to display live updates.

Step 3: Add Live Posts to Your Live Blog

Now that the live blog is set up, you can start posting live updates:

  1. In the right panel, click on the Add Live Posts link.

  2. You will be directed to a page where you can add individual live posts to your live blog.

  3. Fill in the title and content of your live post. You can add text, images, social media embeds, or any other type of content.

  4. Once you're ready, click Publish. Your live post will be instantly visible to readers, no page refresh required.

Step 4: Pin Important Updates

If you want to highlight a particular update, you can pin it to the top of your live blog:

  1. While creating or editing a live post, simply check the box labeled Pin to the top.

  2. The pinned update will remain at the top of the live blog, ensuring readers see it first.

Step 5: Edit or Delete Live Posts

After you've published your live posts, you can always go back and make changes:

  1. Below each live post, there are options to Edit or Delete the post.

  2. This allows you to manage your live updates as the event unfolds.

Conclusion

With Newsifier’s live blog feature, you can seamlessly provide real-time updates to your readers. The ability to publish instantly and pin key updates enhances the coverage of live events, making it an essential tool for engaging your audience and improving SEO performance.

Now you're ready to start live blogging and keep your readers informed in real time!

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