Blogger , a blogging tool by Google
Blogging
Description: Blogger is a web-based blogging platform, through which users can publish and share their thoughts, opinions, and content online on personalised blog websites. They can create posts, upload media, customise the design and layout of their blogs, and interact with their audience through comments and others. Blogger is free but requires an account. It was developed by Pyra Labs and later acquired by Google.
Evaluation: Blogger is a valuable and versatile tool for learners and teachers soince it provides a platform for creating and sharing educational content in various formats. It can bolster writing and argumentation skills and provide learners with a medium to communicate with one another. As with any other blogging tool, interaction is possible through the commenting function, which makes it fitting for asynchronised group work and discussions. Access to a Blogger channel or post can be configured from public to private or unlisted (accessible only through a URL). Basic IT skills are a prerequisite for using Blogger.
Cost: Free with registration.
Usability and tech notes ▼
Time efficiency 
Time needed to learn how to use a tool and its time-saving potential: Medium.
Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to: Dozens of languages.
Respect for privacy What data does the tool collect and why? What security measures are there? GDPR compliant? : Low/Medium. Like other Google-owned tools, Blogger collects cookies, user data, and tracks users' activities and location for several purposes, among which advertising and marketing. Users can review and control activity data. It does not explicitly state compliance with the GDPR. See more here.
Saving work for future use Can work be saved for future use?: Yes.
Examples of use