Is it still possible to make money by running blogs on WordPress or other platforms? What are the most effective ways to monetize them currently?

 Yes, it's still possible to make money by running blogs on WordPress or other platforms. Some effective ways to monetize them include:

1. **Display Advertising**: Utilize ad networks like Google AdSense or Media.net to display ads on your blog. You can earn money based on the number of clicks or impressions the ads receive.

2. **Affiliate Marketing**: Promote products or services relevant to your blog's niche and earn a commission for every sale or lead generated through your affiliate links.

3. **Sponsored Content**: Partner with brands to create sponsored posts, reviews, or articles. Brands may pay you to feature their products or services on your blog.

4. **Sell Digital Products**: Create and sell digital products such as eBooks, online courses, templates, or stock photography related to your blog's topic.

5. **Offer Services**: If you have expertise in a particular area, offer consulting, coaching, or freelance services to your blog's audience.

6. **Membership/Subscription Model**: Offer premium content or exclusive resources to subscribers for a monthly or yearly fee.

7. **Selling Physical Products**: If applicable, sell physical products related to your blog's niche through an online store integrated into your website.

8. **Sponsored Reviews**: Receive compensation for reviewing products or services on your blog, either in the form of free products, monetary payment, or both.

By diversifying your monetization strategies and providing value to your audience, you can effectively generate income from your blog.