Blog — Page 3
Page 3 of 16. Guides, updates, and insights about building better comment experiences.
How to add comments to an Eleventy (11ty) site
Eleventy has no comment system and does not want one; it builds HTML. This guide adds a hosted comment section with a single include file in Nunjucks, Liquid or Handlebars, explains which page variable to use as the thread identifier, and shows how to turn comments off per post.
Read moreDisqus alternative for Publii: what still works in 2026, and what was removed
In August 2026 Publii reviewed every comment plugin in its marketplace: two were added, three were updated, and three were removed, including Cusdis, the option most forum threads used to recommend. Here is the current list, what each one costs, and how to move off Disqus without losing your threads.
Read moreHow to add comments to a Publii site with the official EchoThread plugin
Publii ships an official EchoThread plugin as of August 2026. This is the whole setup: install the plugin, paste one API key, make sure your theme shows comments, and regenerate. Plus the settings worth changing and the fixes for the four things that usually go wrong.
Read moreWhy Course Creators Are Replacing Native LMS Forums with Modern Commenting Systems
Learn how replacing clunky LMS forums with a modern, lightweight commenting system can transform student discussion, boost course completion rates, and streamline moderation.
Read moreChoosing the Best Commenting System for Community-Led Newsletters in 2026
Discover how transitioning from one-way email broadcasts to an interactive web archive unlocks recurring revenue, strengthens subscriber retention, and sparks meaningful peer-to-peer discussions.
Read moreDeveloper's Implementation Guide: How to Display Comment Count on Custom CMS Platforms
Discover how to query comment totals via lightweight REST endpoints and inject live engagement numbers into your custom CMS index pages and post headers without degrading site performance.
Read moreHow to Build a Community-Led Newsletter by Turning Subscribers into Co-Creators
Shift your publishing model from a one-way broadcast to a collaborative feedback loop where readers actively shape your editorial content and drive discussions.
Read moreTurn Lurkers into Lifelong Fans: How to Build a Community Around a Blog
Learn actionable strategies to convert casual readers into loyal community members by designing engaging comment rituals, choosing privacy-first discussion tools, and maintaining a safe conversation space.
Read moreTransforming Portfolios into Conversation Engines: Choosing a Commenting System for Personal Portfolio Websites
Discover how integrating interactive feedback on your creative case studies turns passive portfolio visitors into collaborators and high-value clients.
Read moreHow to Build an Active Blog Comment Section for Travel Blogs That Drives Repeat Visits
Learn how to turn static destination guides into lively hubs of traveler advice, local updates, and genuine community interaction without slowing down your site.
Read more