Best Blogging Tools for Writers (2020 Review)

In this blog post you’ll learn the best blogging tools of 2020.

Blogging is no cakewalk; it is like any other full-time job that necessitates talent in writing, commitment, patience, time, and most importantly – hard work.

But it works!

If you think you have what it takes to become a successful blogger, the first thing that must acknowledge is that it is no easy feat. Complacency is usually the reason behind a failed attempt in blogging.

Fortunately, you can go through the learning process with the help of some valuable tools.

Blogging has seen a lot of changes and the emergence of new trends. But do not let that distract you.

Your job as a newbie is to take advantage of your writing skills and then learn the ropes of blogging through the tools we will discuss below.

1 – Grammarly

Not only is Grammarly an affordable grammar and plagiarism checker, but it is also by far the most convenient to use.

Blogging requires you to write a ton of content, and having a program that helps in proofreading is heaven-sent.

Its integration to the apps that we have grown accustomed to, i.e. Google Chrome and Microsoft Word corresponds to a seamless transition.

Grammarly is a nifty too in fixing common errors in writing, including the propensity to write long sentences, misspellings, and grammar mistakes.

2 – Hemingway

The purpose of Hemingway is to come up with a readable content for your target audience.

It is a common occurrence for bloggers to lose their bearings because of distractions or disorganized thoughts. The result is an output made up of hard-to-read sentences.

Hemingway works by giving your content a readability score, while also handing out suggestions on how to improve it.

You will be prompted to replace passive and compound words. So, if Grammarly is your convenient help for checking grammar, Hemingway is more of a nifty proofreading tool.

3 – Yoast SEO

There are considerable differences between traditional writing and blogging, one of which is the fact that the latter requires knowledge and skills in search engine optimization.

If you are hoping to optimize your WordPress blog for Google and other search engines, then you need to use the Yoast SEO plugin.

This tool will help you not just in optimizing your content, but also in building engagement and improve readability.

You get to choose from a free and premium plan, with the former offering limited access and the latter with full access and one-year worth of support.

4 – Moz

Moz is great for two important blogging elements – keywords and numbers.

It is another useful blogging tool that helps you optimize your content for search engine rankings. Its function is to give you numbers or statistics about the prospective keywords for your article or writeup.

Moz allows you to see the numbers or stats on your keywords, which in turn gives you an idea if you are effectively using them in the first place.

Aside from keyword analysis, a premium account on Moz gives you link building and metrics evaluation tools.

5 – Google Analytics

This tool has never been this indispensable and valuable for bloggers, regardless of niche or industry.

There is more to Google Analytics than learning how many views that your post is getting per day or which pages on your blog gets the most attention.

The tool is a must-have when it comes to blogging because it gives you traffic details and other relevant data about your blog. Simply put, you will have a clear picture of your blog’s performance. The best thing about Google Analytics is that you can use it for free.

6 – Shutterstock

Blogging in 2020 will undoubtedly involve the task of using images. But it is not necessary to have photo editing skills to be successful. All you need are royalty-free stock images that are perfectly legal to use.

Fortunately, there is a bevy of websites that provide bloggers like you with free-to-use images, and one of the best out there is Shutterstock.

I am a big fan of Shutterstock because it hands out the highest number of high-quality photos.

The only thing you must do is sign up for a free or premium account. For starters, a free account is more than enough, although the images come with the website’s embedded signature.

7 – Canva

Remember when I told you that there is no need to be an expert in photo editing to become a successful blogger?

Well, Canva is your best bet when you reach a point in your blogging career where you need to procure themes and images that you cannot find in Shutterstock.

A lot is going on creating an excellent blog. It is not exclusively about writing.

It would be best if you look for ways for your blog to look attractive and compelling.

Canva allows you to create custom banner designs, infographics, posters, and logos.

It is a free app that requires a short learning curve. If you choose a premium account, you get access to exclusive features and designs.

8 – MailChimp

Aside from websites that offer stock images and photo editing software, a successful blogger also needs email marketing tools. In 2020, you need a blog with a newsletter plugin.

It gives you a convenient way of updating your audience with the latest news about your blog. Email marketing tools like MailChimp are not only for promoting products but also for introducing new content to an audience.

MailChimp stands out because it is designed for beginners. Although its highlight is the premium automation service, there also is a free limited service for those who want to test the waters first.

The free account has a limit of 2000 subscribers, but there is an option to upgrade to a premium plan once your blog grows.

9 – Google Drive

Another “must-have” in 2020 for bloggers is the use of cloud-based storage.

When it comes to secure document storage and organization, nothing beats Google Drive when it comes to seamless integration. With it, you can access your documents and files even when you do not have your laptop with you.

You can go online via your smartphone or another PC and access Google Drive from there.

The reason why I highly recommend Google Drive is because you most likely are using other Google apps and software. The seamless integration is convenient and incomparable.

Conclusion

Your decision to focus on blogging this year should meet a ton of challenges, but it is the right direction to take.

The world of blogging is as competitive as ever, but the chances of success are way too great to be afraid of the challenge.

The tools we talked about are what you need to be efficient and productive. When you take advantage of them,