This paper explores how "personal web technologies" (PWTs) can be used by learners and the relationship between PWTs and connectivist learning principles. Descriptions and applications of several technologies including social bookmarking tools, personal publishing platforms, and aggregators are also included. With these tools, individuals can create and manage "personal learning environments" (PLEs) and "personal learning networks" (PLNs), which have the potential to become powerful resources for academic, professional, and personal development. (Contains 3 figures and 5 tables.)