DocsBloom Documentation

How to build searchable knowledge bases your users will actually read

Getting Started

1

Create an Account

Sign up for DocsBloom and choose the plan that fits your needs. No credit card required to get started.

2

Create Your First Category

Organize your knowledge base by creating top-level categories. Think about how your users will browse your content.

3

Write Your First Article

Use the WYSIWYG or markdown editor to create your first article. Add images, code blocks, and rich media as needed.

4

Publish and Share

Publish your article publicly or keep it private. Share the link with your users or embed it in your product.

Core Features

Article Editor

Write articles in the format that suits you. Toggle between a rich WYSIWYG editor and raw markdown at any time without losing your content.

  • WYSIWYG and markdown modes
  • Syntax-highlighted code blocks
  • Inline image and video embedding

Category Organization

Organize your articles into a logical hierarchy with nested categories and sections. Drag and drop to reorder content as your knowledge base grows.

  • Nested categories up to 3 levels
  • Drag-and-drop reordering
  • Automatic breadcrumb navigation

Full-Text Search

Readers find answers in seconds with instant full-text search across all articles. Results appear as you type with keyword highlighting.

  • Instant results as you type
  • Keyword highlighting in results
  • Zero-result query tracking

Custom Domain

Publish your knowledge base at your own domain, such as docs.yourcompany.com. SSL is provisioned automatically with no technical setup required.

  • Custom subdomain or root domain
  • Automatic SSL certificate
  • No DocsBloom branding in URL

Version History

Every article save creates a version snapshot. Browse the full edit history, see exactly what changed, and restore any previous version with one click.

  • Full revision history per article
  • Author and timestamp for each change
  • One-click restore to any version

Analytics

Understand what your readers search for, which articles they read, and which ones they find unhelpful. Use data to prioritize your documentation work.

  • Article views and read time
  • Search query analysis
  • Helpfulness ratings per article

Frequently Asked Questions

What editor options are available for writing articles?

DocsBloom provides both a rich WYSIWYG editor and a full markdown editor. You can switch between them at any time. The WYSIWYG editor is ideal for non-technical writers, while the markdown editor suits developers and technical authors who prefer writing in plain text.

Can I make some articles private and others public?

Yes. You can set visibility per article or per entire category. Public articles are accessible to anyone without a login. Private articles require authentication and are suitable for internal wikis, onboarding documentation, or restricted content.

How do I set up a custom domain for my knowledge base?

Go to Settings → Custom Domain and enter the domain or subdomain you want to use (for example, docs.yourcompany.com). Add the CNAME record we provide to your DNS provider. DocsBloom handles the SSL certificate automatically — the whole process takes about five minutes.

How quickly does new content appear in search results?

Articles are indexed for full-text search within seconds of being published. There is no delay between publishing and discoverability. For external search engines like Google, indexing depends on their crawl schedule, though DocsBloom generates proper sitemaps and SEO meta tags to accelerate the process.

Is multi-language documentation supported?

Multi-language support is available on the Enterprise plan. You can create separate article sets for each language, and a language switcher appears automatically when multiple translations exist for an article. All languages are managed from the same DocsBloom dashboard.

Questions?

Reach out and we will help you get set up