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livedoor Blog
livedoor Blog · Tokyo, Japan
What it is
livedoor Blog is a free blog publishing service operated by livedoor, available on the web, iOS, and Android. Users can publish articles, schedule posts, customize a blog’s design with HTML and CSS, and choose a supported blog domain or configure a custom domain at no cost. The editor supports categories, tags, previews, cover images, private continuations, and simultaneous posting to external services. Analytics show real-time page views and visitor counts by PC and smartphone, and Google Analytics can be added with code. Mobile users can post articles, check comments, and perform most blog operations; the app can also send notifications about followed blogs and bloggers’ updates. The service accepts imports from Movable Type and WordPress WXR, and compatible services can automatically import article images. New blogs receive 10GB of capacity, with requests for more handled by support when less than 1GB remains, subject to exclusions. HTTPS is not supported for the legacy blog.livedoor.jp subdirectory format or app.blog.livedoor.jp domain. The free ad-free plan is no longer open to new applications.
For and against
For
- Free plan includes custom domains and analytics.
- Posts can be scheduled.
- iOS and Android apps support blog operations.
- New blogs receive 10GB of capacity.
- Imports support Movable Type and WordPress WXR.
Against
- HTTPS excludes two listed legacy URL formats.
- New applications for the ad-free plan have stopped.
- Additional capacity requests are subject to exclusions.
The verdict
livedoor Blog offers free publishing with customization, analytics, and mobile management. Check the HTTPS exceptions and storage terms if those affect how you plan to run a blog.
Who it suits
livedoor Blog suits people who want to publish and manage a blog without a paid plan. It may also fit users who need mobile publishing, custom design, scheduled posts, or migration from Movable Type or WordPress WXR.
Plans and prices
Free
Blog publishing · Custom domains · Access analytics · HTML/CSS design customization
Read 21 Sep 2026 · blog.livedoor.com
ライブドアブログ
10GB at signup · extra capacity may be requested through support
Read 11 Oct 2026 · blog.livedoor.com
On the record
- Ad-free eligibility
- The free ad-free plan was available to qualifying organisations, but the maker says new applications have not been accepted since July 30, 2024.staff.livedoor.blog · read 11 Oct 2026
- Analytics
- The service provides real-time page view and visitor counts by PC and smartphone, and supports Google Analytics by adding code.blog.livedoor.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Blog analytics
- Yesblog.livedoor.com · read 21 Sep 2026
- Custom domain
- Yesblog.livedoor.com · read 21 Sep 2026
- Customisation
- Users can customise their blog design and choose from supported blog domains or configure a custom domain for free.blog.livedoor.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- HTTPS
- HTTPS is available for supported URL formats, but the legacy blog.livedoor.jp subdirectory format and app.blog.livedoor.jp domain do not support HTTPS.support.livedoor.info · read 11 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- The guide describes Google Analytics setup, EPUB export for stores such as Amazon Kindle, MyBooks.jp blog printing, and livedoor mutual RSS.blog.livedoor.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Migration
- The migration guide says the service supports Movable Type and WordPress WXR imports, and compatible services can automatically import article images.blog.livedoor.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Mobile
- Users can post articles, check comments, and perform most blog operations on smartphones, with iPhone and Android apps available.blog.livedoor.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Notifications
- The livedoor app can send users new-post notifications for blogs they follow, and bloggers can send update notifications when posting.blog.livedoor.com · read 11 Oct 2026
- Post editor
- The post editor supports categories, tags, previews, cover images, private continuations, and simultaneous posting to external services.support.livedoor.info · read 11 Oct 2026
- Recommended environments
- The maker recommends Windows 11 or later and OS X 10.10 or later for PCs, and iOS 13 or later or Android 7.0 or later for smartphone browsing and management.support.livedoor.info · read 11 Oct 2026
- Post scheduling
- Yesblog.livedoor.com · read 21 Sep 2026
- Service
- livedoor Blog is a blog publishing service operated by livedoor.livedoor.co.jp · read 11 Oct 2026
- Storage
- New blogs receive 10GB of data capacity, and users may request more capacity from support when less than 1GB remains, subject to exclusions.support.livedoor.info · read 11 Oct 2026
- Support
- The help center provides PC and smartphone guidance and an inquiry form; capacity requests are handled on weekdays from 10:00 to 18:30, excluding holidays.support.livedoor.info · read 11 Oct 2026
- Theme customization
- custom codeblog.livedoor.com · read 21 Sep 2026
