Can You Have More Than One Blog on Tumblr?
Ah, the age-old question: Can you juggle more than one blog on Tumblr? Yes, you can create multiple blogs, but it’s not as straightforward as adding them to your shopping cart. Let’s break it down like a DIY project on a Sunday afternoon, shall we?
Main Blog vs. Side Blogs
Firstly, you have your primary blog. This is your “big shot,” the star of the show, the main act if you will. And then there are your side blogs, which are like those quirky side characters who add flavor to the storyline. You can have up to 10 side blogs per each primary account. Side blogs function like primary blogs but with some limitations—they can’t like posts or follow other accounts. Kind of like being stuck on a first date without the option to actually, you know, have a conversation.
Now, here’s the kicker: You can’t manage multiple primary blogs from a single browser or the mobile app without feeling like you need to shave off your eyebrows in frustration. If you want to hop between them, consider using the app for one account and firing up a browser for the other. A little tech multitasking never hurt anyone!
Can Others See My Side Blogs?
So you’ve got your side blog set up, but are you hiding in the shadows or under the radar? Can people see that your side blogs are actually your creations? The answer is slightly murky. If you keep everything on the desktop version of Tumblr, there’s a feature called “Show author portraits” that, when enabled, can reveal your main blog’s profile picture on your sideblogs. Everyone’s going to know that sideblog is yours faster than you can say “awkward family reunion.” Want to keep it low-key? Just disable that setting!
Privacy Settings for Your Side Blog
Let’s say you prefer a bit of mystery in your life—who doesn’t? You can amp up your sidebar’s privacy game with a few sneaky tweaks. For instance:
- Disable “Share posts you like” in your main account settings.
- Turn off “Share the Tumblrs you’re following” in your main account settings.
- Enable “Hide [account name] from people without an account” in both your main and side account settings.
- Discourage searching of [account name]—hey, secrecy is key!
Check out this link for a privacy setup that would make even a ninja jealous.
Block and Roll!
And if you have a mutual follower who simply cannot handle your side blog’s fabulousness, there’s a workaround! On your side blog, go to settings, find “blocked tumblrs,” and type in their name or URL. Voila! You just kicked them to the curb—at least from your side blog.
If you need more help or insights about juggling multiple blogs on Tumblr or if your head is still spinning from all this info, don’t hesitate to connect with us. We’re here to help you untangle that digital web!
