Can I let users self-register so they can post?

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  cuttingcord · Member · Nov 16, 2013 at 5:00 pm

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  Hi, is there any way for me to let users register themselves and then post to my blog? I know they can comment but I’d also like them to be able to post new entries. Thanks

  The blog I need help with is: (visible only to logged in users)

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  1tess · Moderator Emeritus · Nov 16, 2013 at 5:21 pm

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  You’ll need to invite them to be authors in order for them to post on your blog.
  http://en.support.wordpress.com/user-roles/#author

  You could use a contact form so readers who want to post can reach you with their WordPress.com username / email so you can invite them.

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  cuttingcord · Member · Nov 16, 2013 at 5:24 pm

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  Hi 1tess, thanks so much for the quick response. Is the contract form something built in or do I get there somewhere else.

  Thanks again
  Nelson

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  1tess · Moderator Emeritus · Nov 16, 2013 at 5:35 pm

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  Here you go:
  http://en.support.wordpress.com/contact-form/

  Just a thought, but it sounds as if you are wanting to host a forum rather than having a blog. WordPress.com does not offer forums, but if you search online there are a number of free forums available. I don’t know how they actually rank inSEO—From my experience with various forums, I think you have a better opportunity to attract readers with a blog. Just my opinion…

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  1tess · Moderator Emeritus · Nov 16, 2013 at 5:43 pm

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  In terms of free forums, I found this:
  https://en.forums.wordpress.com/topic/chatroom-and-slide-show?replies=7#post-1110464