Quick Answer
.com is still best if available. For personal blogs, .me is a great alternative. .blog works but is less memorable. Skip the novelty TLDs.
Blog TLD Comparison
| TLD | Best For | Price/yr | Memorable |
|---|---|---|---|
| .com | Any blog | $10-15 | ★★★★★ |
| .me | Personal blogs | $15-20 | ★★★★☆ |
| .blog | Any blog | $25-35 | ★★★☆☆ |
| .net | Tech blogs | $12-15 | ★★★☆☆ |
| .co | Brand blogs | $25-35 | ★★★☆☆ |
Detailed Breakdown
.com — Still King
Most trusted, easiest to remember, best for SEO, and has the highest resale value if your blog takes off.
.me — Perfect for Personal Brands
Creates memorable URLs like "john.me" or "writings.me". Great for portfolios, personal blogs, and resumes.
.blog — The Obvious Choice?
Clearly signals "this is a blog" but less memorable than .com. More expensive and people might still type .com by habit.
By Blog Type
Personal Blog / Portfolio
Recommendation: yourname.com or yourname.me
Niche/Topic Blog
Recommendation: topicname.com or topicname.blog
Business/Company Blog
Recommendation: companyname.com/blog (subdirectory of main site)
Tech/Dev Blog
Recommendation: name.dev or name.io
Bottom Line
.com first — if your ideal .com is taken, .me is excellent for personal blogs, .blog works for topic-focused sites.
Avoid: .xyz, .info, and other cheap/spammy-associated TLDs.
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