How to Transfer Blog from Blogger to WordPress

Step 1: Choose a WordPress Hosting Plan

To move from Blogger to WordPress, you need a self-hosted WordPress.org site (not WordPress.com).

Top Hosting Providers for WordPress:

Bluehost – Beginner-friendly, free domain, 1-click WordPress install.
SiteGround – Fast performance, great customer support.
Hostinger – Affordable & reliable for new bloggers.

📌 Pro Tip: Choose a plan that includes free domain & SSL certificate for better security and SEO.


Step 2: Install WordPress on Your New Hosting

Once you’ve purchased hosting, install WordPress using the one-click installer provided by your hosting provider.

Steps to Install WordPress:

1️⃣ Log in to your hosting dashboard (cPanel or custom panel).
2️⃣ Find the WordPress Installer (Softaculous, Installatron, or similar).
3️⃣ Select your domain and click Install Now.
4️⃣ Set up your WordPress admin username & password.

🔹 Once installed, you can access your WordPress dashboard at:
👉 yourdomain.com/wp-admin


Step 3: Export Your Blogger Content

Now, let’s export your Blogger posts, images, and comments.

How to Export Blogger Blog:

1️⃣ Log in to Blogger Dashboard → Go to Settings.
2️⃣ Scroll down to the “Manage Blog” section.
3️⃣ Click “Back up content” → Download the .XML file.

📌 Note: This file contains all your posts and comments but not your theme or widgets.


Step 4: Import Blogger Content to WordPress

Now, let’s import the Blogger data into your new WordPress site.

How to Import Blogger Posts & Comments to WordPress:

1️⃣ Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
2️⃣ Go to Tools → Click Import.
3️⃣ Choose Blogger and install the Blogger Importer plugin.
4️⃣ Click Run Importer → Upload the .XML file you downloaded.
5️⃣ Assign posts to a new or existing WordPress author.

Success! Your Blogger content is now in WordPress.

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