Commenting is like leaving your calling card at someone’s blog. Many times, it is your chance to make a first impression. And remember, you only get one chance to make a first impression.

Here are some general things you should and should not do when commenting:

• Do keep your comments thoughtful. If you are going to comment, make sure that you actually read the post first. Don’t leave just a two-word “great post” or similar comment.
• Don’t leave spam comments. A spam comment is when you just troll for people to come visit your blog. Spam comments look something like this. “Love your blog. You should come visit my blog and enter my giveaway or read my newest posts.” However, if you’ve written a similar post that you think the blog’s author would enjoy, do feel free to let them know about it and include a link.
• Do remember that comments are public. Don’t say something in a comment that you wouldn’t want others to read.
• Do act like an adult. Differing opinions are wonderful and most blogs can benefit from a little healthy debate. But be respectful. Don’t attack the writer, use inappropriate language, or insult other commenters.
• Don’t share personal information. If you know the blogger personally and they keep their blog somewhat incognito, don’t mention real names or locations without permission first. Do remember to respect the privacy of the blogger.
• Don’t take it personally if your comment gets deleted. A blogger has a right to do what they want on their own blog. If you really have something important to share or to add to the conversation, do go ahead and try again with a re-written comment.

Do you stick to any certain personal rules when commenting? Have you ever commented just to “get credit” for the comment? How do you feel when you receive comments like that?

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