Different types of blogs

1.4 Different types of blogs

There are many different types of blogs, differing not only in the type of content, but also in the way that content is delivered or written.

1.4.1 Personal blogs
The personal blog, an ongoing diary or commentary by an individual, is the traditional, most common blog. Blogs often become more than just a way to communicate; they become a way to reflect on life. Some personal blogs quickly garner an extensive following.

1.4.2 Corporate and organizational blogs
A blog can be used for business purposes, to enhance the communication and culture in a corporation, or for marketing, branding or public relations purposes. Similar blogs for clubs and societies are called club blogs, or group blogs, and the typical use is to inform members and other interested parties of club and member activities.

1.4.3 Genre blogs
Some blogs focus on a particular subject, such as politics, travel or fashion. Two common types of genre blogs are art blogs and music blogs

1.4.4 Media type blogs
A blog comprising videos is called a vlog, one comprising links is called a linklog, a site containing a portfolio of sketches is called a sketchblog or one comprising photos is called a photoblog. Blogs with shorter posts and mixed media types are called tumblelogs.

1.4.5 Device blogs
Blogs can also be defined by which type of device is used to compose it. A blog written by a mobile device like a mobile phone could be called a moblog.