Exploring the Enigma of Tumblr Sideblogs: Can You Keep Them Under Wraps?
Picture this: You’re sifting through Tumblr, unleashing all that creativity and fandom love from your main blog, but then there’s that sideblog you created for *those* posts—those secret passions you’re relatively sure your followers wouldn’t understand. The big question is—can people really find your shared blogs on Tumblr? Spoiler alert: Yes and no, my friend.
Can Anyone Discover Your Sideblogs?
Let’s break it down: When it comes to discovering your sideblogs, it’s all about what you share and how you share it. If you don’t reblog from your sideblog to your main, or slap a link directing people between the two, they’re unlikely to figure it out. The sideblog operates like some hidden chamber—all you need is a solid secret-keeping strategy.
However, if you get a little lax with your liking and reblogging habits, someone might just piece together that *you* are the mastermind behind the mysterious side blog. Shapes, movements, and timings can be revealing; it’s like playing detective, only everyone involved is bad at hiding things!
Can People See That Your Sideblogs Are Yours?
Ah, the peculiar feature of “Show author portraits”—the universal key to revealing the true identity of your sideblog. This sneaky little setting can be enabled on secondary blogs through the desktop version of Tumblr. You activate this, and suddenly, your main blog’s profile picture appears next to every post you share on your sideblog. Voila! Your perfectly crafted cover is blown. If you lean towards wanting to keep some mystery around your sideblog, just disable this feature, and keep your identity well hidden.
How to Safeguard Your Tumblr Privacy Like a Pro
If you’re determined to keep your sideblog’s existence a closely-guarded secret, here’s what you can do:
- Disable “Share posts you like”: Ditch those likes on your main blog settings. No notifications, no worries!
- Disable “Share the Tumblrs you’re following”: Keep your connections on the down-low.
- Enable “Hide [account name] from people without an account”: Because some people need to get on a need-to-know basis only.
- Enable “Discourage searching of [account name]”: Just discourage all those nosy buddy followers while you’re at it.
Need even more control? You can always block certain users from seeing your sideblog. Simply pull out the desktop version, navigate to your sideblog settings, and block those pesky mutuals from even getting a whiff of what you’re up to. They’ll still see your main blog, but your *secret lair* remains untouched.
And remember, while your sideblog can’t follow anyone (or you!), you can still slide into DMs or reply—just stick to the sideblog limits, and you’re golden!
If you need further tips, tricks, or deep dives into the whimsical world of Tumblr, live connect with us! We’re here to unravel the mysteries and help you find those answers that tumble through the chaos of the blogosphere!
