Ask Mavis – Did You Also Get Off the CommentLuv Express Train?

by Mavis Nong on July 26, 2011

Welcome to another round of Ask Mavis!

Last week I showed you how to make it easy for your readers to retweet your content, using a cool plugin.

Have you installed it on your blog already? If not, check out my article on this right here:

How Do You Make it Easy For Your Readers to Retweet Your Content?

So, this week I wanted to talk about a WordPress plugin that you can use to increase comments on your blog. It’s called CommentLuv.

This is the plugin that includes the commenters’ last blog post link at the end of their comments when they submit their comments, giving them great exposure. This is an “incentive” that encourages your readers to leave you comments.

Not using CommentLuv and still wondering why you’re not getting a lot of comments?

See why thousands upon thousands of bloggers choose CommentLuv over any other commenting system out there:

Which Commenting System Should You Use?

This plugin gets even better!

With the new version, you’re now able to give your readers the opportunity to choose a link they want displayed from their last 10 posts.

You can also decide on who can have this generous choice and get dofollow links:

Only registered members
Everybody
Nobody

For your readers’ convenience, there’s an option to allow them to register on your blog so that they can have their 10 most recent posts to choose from.

The good news is that, there is a premium version of CommentLuv coming that will have much more control of how the plugin works as well as exclusive features like keyword name, inline registration and much much more!

You just need to sign up in the plugin settings in your admin area.

All good so far, right?

Now, here’s something that I have observed recently…

Some Bloggers Got Off the CommentLuv Express!

Since the upgrade to the new version, I have noticed that some bloggers got off the CommentLuv express, without even knowing it! How?

CommentLuv is not activated by default when you upgrade to the new version. So, you have to configure the settings for it to work. Very easy to do. There are short videos in there to help you every step of the way

Be on the look out for CommentLuv 3.0 Premium coming soon!

CommentLuv Plugin Key Takeaway

If you want to encourage and reward commenters on your blog, then you need to install the CommentLuv plugin.

And, to make sure it works perfectly, configure the settings and join the community!

Your Turn:

Are you using CommentLuv on your blog?
Did you upgrade to the new version of CommentLuv?
Did you configure the settings?

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Jayne Kopp July 27, 2011 at 4:35 AM

HI Mavis, I got off the Comment Luv train without realizing it… funnily I realized last night and re-configured it. It was almost like we were thinking about the same thing at the same time!

Thanks so much in any event. I am feeling pretty crumby right now that my lovely peeps have been leaving me comments and I have not been returning the ‘luv’

I have not yet registered for the premium version for when it comes out, but I will do that tonight.

Lovely to see you Mavis. or should that be ‘Luv’ly” !!

Jayne
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Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 8:37 PM: Great minds think alike – that’s for sure, Jayne!

Glad to hear that you have tweaked the settings now. Yeah, luv’ly to see you too, my friend. Hope you’re enjoying the school holidays as much as I am!

All the best,
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Sonny July 27, 2011 at 8:48 AM

Hello Mavis,

Another great post here! Thanks for sharing. Yeah commentluv is really an awesome plugin and a great way to reward your readers. Been using it since last year and have upgraded to the latest version which is more awesome than the previous one. Thanks again.

`Sonny
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Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 8:32 PM: You’re welcome, Sonny. I think the premium version is going to be even better – I can’t wait!

Thanks for stopping by and for leaving a comment.

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Maria Eves July 27, 2011 at 9:03 AM

Mavis yes i luv the comment luv plugin great feedback in traffic. I had problems with the ole version past year and so relieved its now working . So enjoyed your post u always give great value to your readers.

Thankyou
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Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 8:28 PM: You’re most welcome, Maria. Thanks for the kind words and encouragement.

Glad to hear ComLuv is working well for you too!

All the best,
Mavis
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Steven Suchar July 27, 2011 at 9:09 AM

Hi Mavis!

Thanks for inviting me back to your Blog…from The Blogging
Mastermind Comment Tribe’s page.

My hat is off to Andy Bailey, he’s done fantastic work on the
whole CommentLuv concept & he’s always looking for ways
to improve upon my favorite Wordpress plugin.

I also installed Andy’s Twitterlink Comments plugin as well.

When someone is nice enough & takes the time to visit my
Blog, I want the whole World to know about it by recognizing
them anyway I can…it’s 1 of my passions.

Keep ‘em crankin’ Mavis!!

Have a highly inspired day…your tribal friend Steven Suchar
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Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 8:25 PM: Welcome to my blog, Steven! I agree, Andy has done a fantastic job.

Great that you’re using Twitterlink Comments as well.

Thanks for the visit and encouragement, Steven.

All the best,
Mavis
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Steven Schmeltzle July 27, 2011 at 9:47 AM

Hi Mavis,
Great information. I noticed other blogs without commentluv and found I didn’t have it “on” either. I like the upgrades they made too.
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Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 8:24 PM: Thanks, Steven. Yes, some bloggers are not aware they need to tweak the settings

I appreciate your visit and comment.

All the best,
Mavis
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Oliver Tausend July 27, 2011 at 10:03 AM

Hi Mavis,

as a matter of fact, CommentLuv is indispensable. I couldn’t do without it. I am also getting more and more traffic from people clicking on my links on other people’s blogs.

Thanks for sharing your insights.

Take care

Oliver

Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 8:22 PM: Same here, Oliver. It’s the best plugin ever!

Thanks for stopping by and for your comment.

All the best,
Mavis
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Edward July 27, 2011 at 11:16 AM

Great information Mavis, I haven’t tried commentluv yet but after reading your post I am definitely going to check it out. Thanks.
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Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 8:21 PM: I’m sure you’ll luv it, Edward

All the best,
Mavis
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Edgar July 27, 2011 at 11:46 AM

I think that ComLuv is the best plugin a blog could have. I advise everyone who hasn’t yet used it to do it quickly. Most people think that the commentator is the only one who benefits from it and that’s why they don’t install it on their blogs. I believe that this plugin can serve a blog owner as much as it serves a blog commentator. Thanks Mavis
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Pedro Cardoso August 2, 2011 at 5:48 PM

Reading this post – especially this comment, made me feel like finally taking the plunge with CommentsLuv. Wish me luck, everybody! And come by anytime for some affectionate linkage and chat.
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Mavis Nong August 2, 2011 at 8:01 PM: I see you’re already using ComLuv, Pedro.

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Radu July 27, 2011 at 2:47 PM

Hi Mavis,
Great information about Comment Luv.I didn’t knew about the updates untill now:)It’s a powerful way to get comments and traffic with this little plugin.I installed it on my new blog as well.

Thanks for sharing and for the Twitter @anywhere plus plugin too:)

Wish you a great day
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Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 7:11 PM: You’re most welcome, Radu. Glad you found my posts helpful

All the best,
Mavis
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Jym | Simple Blog Tips July 27, 2011 at 3:26 PM

CommentLuv is a brilliant plugin and a must for any blogger wanting to cultivate more interaction and dialogue on their blog.

Sometimes I like to just surf cool headlines through the CommentLuv links people leave on ComLuv blogs, it’s a great way to find new blogs…

Andy’s done a brilliant job and it will be great to see the premium version in all it’s full and resplendent glory!

Good idea to bring the obsoletion (is that a word? it is now!) of the old plugin to the attention of your readers Mavis. Thanks!
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Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 7:09 PM: It is a word now, Jym!

I couldn’t agree with you more. Well done, Andy! I’m also excited about the premium version.

Thanks for the visit and input.

All the best,
Mavis
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Danny July 27, 2011 at 3:40 PM

Hi Mavis,
I actually discovered a trick with comment luv, that lets you select even older posts than your last 10 posts. You just need to use a plugin that stickies an older post to the front page as the featured post.

Another tip: To find other blogs using comment luv use the google search “inurl: + “commentluv enabled”

Danny
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Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 7:06 PM

Hi Danny,

I’m not aware of that plugin. Wanna share?

Thanks for the visit and tips

All the best,
Mavis
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Danny July 28, 2011 at 12:19 PM

Sure. The sticky plugin I use is http://wordpress.org/extend/plugins/wp-sticky/

Mavis Nong July 28, 2011 at 11:32 PM: Thanks very much for sharing this, Danny

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Ilka Flood July 27, 2011 at 3:41 PM

Hi Mavis,

Yes, I use CommentLuv and I absolutely love it. After the recent upgrade I noticed right away that the plugin wasn’t showing up in my readers’ comments so I went investigating for the reason. That’s when I found out that I had to reconfigure it in the set up area.

I find CommentLuv to be a great way to give back to your commentators and can only highly recommend it.

Thanks for another great post!

Blessings,

Ilka
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Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 7:04 PM: You’re most welcome, Ilka! Yes, CommentLuv rocks!

Thanks for the visit and comment.

All the best,
Mavis
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Andy Bailey July 27, 2011 at 3:47 PM

oh Mavis! I cannot believe someone didn’t report this to me!

Hopefully, the latest version will prevent this from happening and I’ve just added some code to the 2.90.8 version that will double make sure it can’t happen to anyone else.

thanks for the write up and encouraging people to look out for the premium version. Perhaps you’ll be interested in being one of the chosen few to be a beta tester and get ~~fame and riches~~, I mean, get a free version and lifetime updates?
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Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 7:02 PM

Hi Andy,

Thanks for taking the time to visit and leave me a comment today

I also want to say well done for coming up with such a huge contribution to the blogging community. ComLuv is absolutely fantastic!

Yes, I’d be interested to be a beta tester – thank you!

All the best,
Mavis
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Andy Bailey July 27, 2011 at 8:34 PM

ok great! I’ll add your name to the list.

keep an eye out for my email, I’ll be sending it out when commentluv is ready for testers but answer quick because there’s only going to be a limited number!
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Mavis Nong July 29, 2011 at 12:01 AM: Yeah! Will do!

Thanks
Mavis

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Khan from supercuts July 27, 2011 at 5:30 PM

I think a WordPress blog is incomplete without the the installation of comment Luv and Keyword Luv plug-ins.

Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 6:28 PM: I couldn’t agree with you more, Khan.
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Roshanda Gilmore July 27, 2011 at 7:28 PM

I’m so in LOVE with Comment Luv! Its by far one of my fave plug ins!

I’m excited about the new version ( didn’t know one was coming).

Thanks!!

Mavis Nong July 27, 2011 at 8:20 PM: I’m excited too, Roshanda! Welcome to my blog

All the best,
Mavis
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Alicia Jay July 27, 2011 at 8:32 PM

Hey Mavis!

Yes, the new version of CommentLuv is awesome!
I just wanted to say that configuring the setup really is SUPER EASY.
This is coming from a person who isn’t all that great with those kinds of things.
I didn’t want anyone to be intimidated by the fact that you have to tweak some settings.
If you’re not sure what to do for a particular step, just watch the video.
That makes it very simple:)
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Mavis Nong July 29, 2011 at 12:02 AM

Hey Alicia! Great to see you here. How have you been?

Agreed, very EASY to do – the videos hold you by the hand.

Thanks for swinging by and for your input

All the best,
Mavis

Alicia Jay July 29, 2011 at 1:29 AM

Hey Mavis!

Sorry I haven’t stopped by in a while. Things are good!
Sometimes we let work get in the way, if you know what I mean!
Ha ha!
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Mavis Nong July 29, 2011 at 9:41 AM: That’s okay, Alicia. I know exactly what you mean

Have a great weekend!

Mavis

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Arminda July 27, 2011 at 8:56 PM

I’ve been on a lot of sites where Comment Luv is not working properly since the update. Many even have comments from readers telling them they need to update it. I guess these people don’t pay much attention to their blog!
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Mavis Nong July 29, 2011 at 12:00 AM: Candid observation, Arminda.

Thanks
Mavis

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Meg from Bath Screen July 28, 2011 at 8:36 AM

Great.

First of thank U so much for giving me AWARD as this is my first months in which I connect with you and I get award also for the same which motivates me lots.

And talking about comment luv, I love it much as it proves very beneficial and other than this I like Keyword luv and Top commentators also which encourage and attract lot of visitors in order to comment on our site.

These are all wonderul plugins which works like MAGIC.
Thanks a lot again for you nice support towards me and also for new updates concern to enhansed version of this plugin.

Love you lots. Take care. Bye for now…

Mavis Nong July 28, 2011 at 11:42 PM: You’re welcome, Meg

Agreed – these are powerful plugins to use.

It would be great if you could your gravatar. More about this here: http://www.attractionmarketingonline.com/how-to-add-your-picture-to-your-blog-comments/

Love,
Mavis

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Ileane July 28, 2011 at 10:09 AM

Hi Mavis, If Andy Bailey develops a plugin, I’m the first one in line to install it. The only plugin that I love as much as CommentLuv is G.A.S.P the GrowMap Anti-Spambot Plugin. It saves me from those headaches I used to get when I was moderating comments with Akismet installed. Thanks for keeping everyone on the CommentLuv train!
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Mavis Nong July 28, 2011 at 11:36 PM: It’s my pleasure, Ileane!

Yes, I love G.A.S.P. too. I got rid of Akismet for good!

Thanks for stopping by and for your input.

All the best,
Mavis

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Marcus Baker July 28, 2011 at 1:23 PM

Hi Mavis,

I keep my plugins down to an absolute minimum because they really do slow down one’s blog but Comment Luv is one I certainly would never give up. It’s awesome in every way.

~Marcus
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Mavis Nong July 28, 2011 at 11:32 PM: Agreed, Marcus. It’s a must-have plugin.

Thanks for the visit and comment.

All the best,
Mavis

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Ira July 28, 2011 at 1:29 PM

Hi Mavis,

Great info here in your post. I am about to install comment luv to one of my sites. Is there a need to update or activate anything for new users like me? Thanks!

Mavis Nong July 28, 2011 at 11:31 PM: Thanks, Ira. Yes, once installed, configure the settings.

All the best,
Mavis

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minerva July 28, 2011 at 3:59 PM

Hi Mavis, Commentluv is indeed very beneficial for both the blogger and the person who views your site like me. Upgrades are always a good thing and this Commentluv premium coming up will definitely be a bigger and nicer one! And thanks for the heads up about Commentluv being not activated by default when you upgrade to premium.
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Mavis Nong July 28, 2011 at 11:27 PM: You’re welcome, Minerva

Yes, it’s a win-win.

Mavis

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Zachies July 29, 2011 at 8:02 AM

Commentluv helps me create links to my other blogs. By using this, I can easily choose what blog should I link after I gave comment to a blog that enable commentluv links.

Mavis Nong July 29, 2011 at 9:34 AM: Great to hear Zachies.

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Nawaz July 30, 2011 at 2:15 PM

I appreciate your this act Mavis Nong. Can you start series of explanation of these plug-ins one by one in your posts.
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Mavis Nong August 1, 2011 at 2:57 PM: Will do, Nawaz.

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Michael Harrington July 31, 2011 at 2:22 PM

Hi Mavis,
Great Post. I just installed Commentluv on my Blog, and looking forward to more comments. Thanks for the advice.
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Mavis Nong July 31, 2011 at 6:50 PM: You’re most welcome, Michael.

All the best,
Mavis

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Nathan August 2, 2011 at 6:36 PM

CommentLuv and KeywordLuv have definitely made the entire blogosphere a much friendlier place to be.

Mavis Nong August 2, 2011 at 8:00 PM: Very true, Nathan.

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Larry Rivera August 2, 2011 at 10:50 PM

Hi Mavis, I am actually very pleased with all the new additions to commentluv.

I was one of those people who didn’t realize you had to activate it.. Thanks for sharing!
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Mavis Nong August 4, 2011 at 8:48 AM: You’re welcome, Larry. Great to hear you luv ComLuv too.

All the best,
Mavis

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Michi Evans August 3, 2011 at 12:48 AM

A very good and informative post. I see that you found CommentLuv real useful. I heard a lot of bloggers talking about it a great deal; that it has advantages and can improve things. I will surely take a closer look. Thanks, Mavis!

Mavis Nong August 4, 2011 at 8:43 AM: You’re welcome, Michi.

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Susan August 5, 2011 at 4:11 AM

Wow, I got off the train a long time ago but now I’m rethinking of re-installing this plugin.
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Mavis Nong August 5, 2011 at 8:00 AM: Great plan, Susan.

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Mavis Nong August 5, 2011 at 4:13 PM: Go for it, Susan!

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joseph August 11, 2011 at 9:36 AM

I use this plugin for 2 months but still only few comments are coming in.

Keep on engaging on BE.
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Mavis Nong September 12, 2011 at 2:46 PM: I recommend joining a tribe as well, Joseph. Learn more here http://www.attractionmarketingonline.com/blog-marketing-forum/

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Jeff from Business Insurance August 12, 2011 at 5:52 AM

In the past few weeks or so, I have only been searching for keyword luv sites. I have probably made a thousand comments (that weren’t spammy) and only a few were indexed. Since I’ve started using keyword luv sites, I’m on the train for good!

Mavis Nong September 12, 2011 at 2:29 PM: Fantastic achievement, Jeff.

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Damon August 18, 2011 at 12:54 PM

Hello Mavis,
I have been using commentluv since I first started blogging about 2 years ago. I am actually very excited about the new premium version that Andy is putting out because of the ability to encourage social media shares with it.

I believe that social media is going to play a very large role in search and having the ability to say offer a good do follow back link in exchange for a plus 1 is a great win win in my opinion.
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Mavis Nong September 6, 2011 at 2:48 PM

Hi Damon! Welcome to my blog!

I’m also looking forward to the new premium version.

All the best,
Mavis

Damon from Debt Resolution September 10, 2011 at 12:54 AM

Ha ha, thanks for the welcome, but my wife is the only one that calls me Demon sometimes
I see you have the premium commentluv now. Are you noticing an increase in your social media shares because of it?
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Mavis Nong September 10, 2011 at 8:36 AM: Oops! Sorry about that, Damon – fixed it!

Still early to tell.

Mavis

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Vanguard August 24, 2011 at 4:12 PM

Using CommentLuv on my blog but did not know about the updates. Thanks for the info
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Mavis Nong September 6, 2011 at 2:25 PM: It’s my pleasure, Vanguard

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jane August 30, 2011 at 4:16 PM

thanks for showing me this, its fantastic loving keywordluv

Mavis Nong September 5, 2011 at 2:43 PM: You’re welcome, Jane.

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Daniel September 3, 2011 at 2:15 PM

I just recently joined the blogging world. A few nights ago I learned about CommentLuv and KeywordLuv, I was quickly sold on the idea and got both installed over at my fresh blog. They seem to be clearly great ideas for keeping the blogging world interconnected.
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Mavis Nong September 5, 2011 at 2:24 PM: Welcome to my blog and to the blogging community, Daniel.

Keep coming back to learn more about blogging

All the best,
Mavis

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nadia September 19, 2011 at 8:32 AM

Hi Mavis,

Thanks for the information on commentluv Plugin. I’ve not yet installed thePplugin, but I’m sure this must be easy as with any other Wordpress Plugin.

Nadia

Mavis Nong September 20, 2011 at 10:44 AM: That’s correct.

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Janice September 27, 2011 at 1:50 AM

Commentluv is a great plug in wherein both the blogger and the commentator gets a somewhat a give and take relationship. It allows the poster to have his/her recent blog post letting other people to know and have the option to follow depending on the viewer to see that the one commented is quite intriguing or interesting person. It does honor one to get traffic as well.
Happy Blogging!

Mavis Nong October 1, 2011 at 5:14 PM: I couldn’t agree with you more, Janice.

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Erich November 27, 2011 at 7:39 AM

While others got off the Commentluv train, I just boarded–just this week. Free tickets, too. Still saving up for Premium tickets. But, to be candid about it, I’m not on the Commentluv train for the self-serving backlinking stuff. I just want my readers to get rewards for dropping in on my site and leaving useful comments. That reward is exposure through links to their own sites. It’s a good system that promotes give and take.
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