How to Change the Blog Post Author Using OzSpeed hPanel

Updating the author name for a blog post is a common task, especially if multiple team members contribute to your blog. Displaying the correct author can help build credibility and allow readers to follow specific writers. OzSpeed’s Website Builder allows you to easily change the author of any blog post. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to update the author for your blog posts.

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Step 1: Access the Blog Editor in hPanel #

To change the author of a blog post, start by opening the Blog Editor in hPanel.

1. Log in to hPanel at ozspeed.com.au.
2. Go to Website Builder > Edit Site.
3. Click on Blog in the toolbar or select Blog Posts from the left-hand menu.

Tip: #

• Make sure the new author’s profile is set up correctly in the Author Settings to display their name and bio.

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Step 2: Open the Blog Post for Editing #

Select the blog post where you want to update the author information.

How to Select a Post: #

1. In the Blog Posts section, scroll through the list or use the Search Bar to find the specific post.
2. Click on the Post Title to open it in the editor.

Tip: #

• Use filters (e.g., Published, Drafts) to quickly find the post you want to edit.

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Step 3: Edit the Author Information #

You can now update the author details in the Post Settings panel.

How to Change the Author: #

1. Click on the Post Settings tab in the editor.
2. Locate the Author dropdown menu.
3. Select the new author’s name from the list of available authors.
4. Click Save to apply the changes.

Tip: #

• If the new author’s name does not appear in the list, you may need to add the author’s profile first (see Step 4).

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Step 4: Add a New Author Profile (If Needed) #

If the desired author isn’t listed, you’ll need to create a new author profile.

How to Add a New Author: #

1. Go to Website Settings > Authors in hPanel.
2. Click Add New Author.
3. Enter the author’s Name, Bio, and Profile Picture.
4. Click Save.

Tip: #

• Include a short bio and social media links for each author to enhance their profile and connect with readers.

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Step 5: Preview the Updated Author Information #

Before publishing the changes, preview the blog post to ensure the new author name is displayed correctly.

How to Preview: #

1. Click Preview in the top toolbar.
2. Check the author’s name, bio, and profile picture on both desktop and mobile views.
3. Click Exit Preview when you’re satisfied.

Tip: #

• Use an incognito window or clear your browser cache to see the changes as a new visitor would.

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Step 6: Publish the Changes #

Once you’ve confirmed the new author details, publish the blog post to make the update live.

How to Publish: #

1. Click Publish in the top right corner of the editor.
2. Confirm the changes.

Tip: #

• Consider adding a brief note in the post if the author change is significant (e.g., “This article was updated by [new author’s name]”).

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Troubleshooting Tips #

1. Author Not Showing Up After Change:
   • Ensure you’ve saved the changes in the Post Settings panel.
   • Clear your website cache in hPanel and your browser cache.
2. New Author Not Listed in Dropdown:
   • Go to Website Settings > Authors and check if the author profile has been added correctly.
   • Make sure the author’s profile is published and not set to draft.
3. Profile Picture Not Displaying Correctly:
   • Verify that the author’s profile picture is uploaded in the correct format (e.g., JPEG, PNG).
   • Use the image editing tools in hPanel to resize or adjust the profile picture if needed.

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Additional Tips: #

• Show Author Bio: Enable the option to display the author bio at the end of each blog post for added context.
• Highlight Author Expertise: For posts written by industry experts or guest contributors, include a short note about their expertise to build credibility.
• Test Across Devices: Ensure the author information looks good on both desktop and mobile devices for a consistent user experience.