The Bloat Problem in Modern Blogging

Every day, writers grapple with platforms that load megabytes of JavaScript, sprinkle invisible trackers, and force them into proprietary ecosystems. The result? Slower pages, privacy headaches, and a loss of ownership over one’s own words. If you’ve ever felt the weight of a bloated blog theme or the sting of a third‑party script spying on your readers, you’re not alone.

Enter Bear Blog—a no‑nonsense, privacy‑first publishing service that puts the focus back on the content. With a footprint of just ~2.7 KB, zero external scripts, and a design that works beautifully on any device, Bear Blog lets you write, publish, and share without the overhead of modern web bloat.

Why Choose Bear Blog?

• Privacy by Design – No trackers, no ads, no third‑party scripts. Your readers’ data stays theirs, and yours stays yours.
• Blazing‑Fast Performance – At ~2.7 KB, pages load instantly even on slow connections, improving SEO and reader satisfaction.
• Zero‑Maintenance Publishing – Sign up, pick a free theme, and start writing. No build pipelines, no dependencies, no server upkeep.
• Built for Longevity – The platform is source‑available under a copyleft license that prevents “free‑ride” hosted services, ensuring the project remains community‑driven and sustainable.
• Custom Domain & RSS/Atom – Connect your own domain, and automatically generate RSS & Atom feeds for syndication.
• Minimalist Aesthetic – Clean, responsive layouts that keep the focus on your words, not on UI chrome.

Spotlight on Key Features

Bear Blog’s copyleft license blocks others from re‑hosting the service while keeping the code open for learning and auditing.

Getting Started

1. Create an Account – Visit the homepage and click Sign up. Provide an email address and choose a sub‑domain (e.g., yourname.bearblog.dev).
2. Pick a Theme – Choose from the free, minimalist themes that automatically adapt to mobile and desktop.
3. Write in Markdown – All posts are written in plain Markdown; the editor renders a live preview.
4. Publish – Click Publish and your post is instantly live at a URL that’s only a few kilobytes away.

Because Bear Blog is a hosted service, there’s no local installation required. If you’re curious about the underlying codebase, you can explore it on GitHub:

git clone https://github.com/HermanMartinus/bearblog.git
cd bearblog
# Review the source – no build steps needed for the hosted product

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I self‑host Bear Blog?
  No. The platform is built as a SaaS offering. However, the source code is available for learning, auditing, and building derivative tools that respect the copyleft license.

• Is there a free tier?
  Yes. The core platform, including custom domains and RSS feeds, is completely free. Premium features are not required for basic publishing.

• How does the license protect the project?
  The Elastic‑style copyleft license permits code reuse but forbids anyone from offering the software as a hosted service, preventing “free‑ride” competitors while keeping the code open for inspection and contribution.

Call to Action

If you’re ready to ditch the bloat and reclaim control over your writing, give Bear Blog a spin:

• Try the platform – https://bearblog.dev
• Explore the source – https://github.com/HermanMartinus/bearblog/
• Read the license details – https://herman.bearblog.dev/license/?ref=dailydev

Join a community that values speed, privacy, and the pure joy of publishing. Your words deserve a platform that lets them shine—no distractions, no compromises.

Happy blogging!