Social Planner has introduced a game-changing feature that allows you to schedule posts effortlessly using RSS (Really Simple Syndication) URLs. This powerful tool enables you to automate your content sharing, saving time and ensuring your feeds stay up-to-date.
How to Find RSS Feeds?
While RSS feeds may not be as prominently displayed as before, they are still widely available. Here are some quick ways to find them:
WordPress Sites: Add "/feed" to the end of the URL (e.g., https://example.com/feed).
Other Sites:
- For Tumblr-hosted sites, append "/rss" to the URL.
- On Blogger-hosted sites, add "feeds/posts/default" to the end of the URL.
- For Medium publications, insert "/feed/" before the publication's name.
YouTube Channels: Copy and paste the channel's URL into your RSS reader or find an OPML file containing all subscriptions.
Source Code Check: Right-click on the website, select "View Page Source," and search for "rss" or "atom" to find the RSS URL in the source code.
Creating Posts with RSS Feed
Navigate to the Social Planner tab inside the Marketing section. Click "New Post" and select the "RSS Post" option.
Add the RSS Feed URL (refer to the above section on finding RSS URLs).
Select the social media platforms where you want to post.
Add text, hashtags, or links under "End with."
Choose the frequency of feed updates (from every 5 minutes to once a day).
Select the number of posts to be generated (1 to 5).
Why Should You Use This Tool?
RSS proves to be a valuable asset for social media management in several ways including:
- Maintain a Consistent Posting Schedule: Utilize scheduling tools along with RSS feeds to ensure a consistent posting schedule, even during busy times.