1) Follow Hot linking Guidelines.
When it comes to hotlinking or 'direct linking' - different weblog/website owners may have different rules. If you're not sure, just remember that most blog owners do not allow this.
 

2) Credit Your Sources.
When you use a certain part of an article or blog entry, it's important to attribute it to the author accordingly. It's also good practice to mention your source, if you found a useful piece or link from someone.
 

3) Check The Validity of Your Information.
If someone posted it online, it doesn't always mean it's true. Always check your sources! If you're not quite sure about the validity of your information, but you still want to blog about it for some reason, then please mention your uncertainty rather than posting it as fact.
 

4) Correct Your Mistakes and Post Updates.
We can't be right about everything all the time. There may also be times when we blog before we think. When mistakes/errors happen, own up to it and post an update.
 

5) Never Leave Spam Comments.
You don't necessarily have to post things about viagra or online casinos to be considered a spammer. When you post comments like, "Visit my blog!" without posting relevant comments, it can also be considered spamming.
 

6) Post Disclosures, When Necessary.
If you have any conflicts of interest or a personal venture that you're promoting on your blog, it's always best to be upfront about it. Your readers deserve to know the real deal.
 

7) Write in Proper Format.
You don't have to be a champion speller or to have extraordinarily great writing skills to be good at blogging. However, you also can't expect to be taken seriously as a blogger if you WRITE IN ALL CAPS and/ or if you wriTe LiKe ThIS. Writing in all caps is usually considered shouting in the online environment. It is also bad practice to use unconventional forms of spelling and presentation.

8) Respect Copyright at All Times.
Never post complete texts or full articles written by other people in your own weblog without permission. Don't post photos or pictures that aren't yours either, unless you've got permission. It's always important to follow the rules of 'fair use' based on copyright laws.
 

9) Identify Yourself Properly.
When you leave comments in someone else's weblog, it's good practice to identify yourself properly with a real name and email address whenever possible. This fosters proper discourse and healthy discussions.
 

10) Leave a Way For Your Readers To Contact You.
It doesn't matter whether you choose email, comments, tag boards or something else. It's just considered good etiquette to give your readers an opportunity to contact you.

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