Blog comments and simple likes enhance visitor interaction on your website. Here's how to manage these features effectively:

Managing Comments

Enable comments globally in Blog Preferences > Comment Settings. Key options include:

• Allow Anonymous Comments (required for visitor comments)
• Enable Likes
• Require Approval
• Comment Threads
• Display Avatars
• Sort order (Latest First, Oldest First, Most Popular, Least Popular)

Individual Post Settings

Control comments for specific posts:

1. Navigate to the blog post
2. Access post settings
3. Toggle Comments switch
4. Optionally set time limits for comments

Comment Moderation

Access comment management through:

• Computer: Page menu > Manage Comments
• Mobile: Pages > Blog > Comment icon

Comments are sorted into:

• Unmoderated
• Approved
• Reported

Actions available:

• Approve comments
• Reply to comments
• Delete/mark as spam
• Unreport flagged comments

Simple Likes Feature

Enable Simple Likes:

1. Open Blog Preferences
2. Enable "Use Simple Like" option

Limitations:

• One like per visitor per post
• Tracked through browser storage
• IP address logging
• Login-based restrictions

Some templates (Avenue, Five, Galapagos, Ishimoto, Wells, Wexley) feature special exploding heart animations.

Best Practices

• Regularly monitor comments
• Set clear moderation guidelines
• Consider time limits for older posts
• Maintain consistent engagement with commenters
• Review reported comments promptly

This system helps create an engaging, well-moderated community while managing spam and inappropriate content effectively.

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