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Pricing updated for Buffer: - Essentials: allowance changed from 1 channel, unlimited scheduled posts, unlimited ideas, 1 user account to Unlimited scheduled posts per channel, Unlimited ideas, 1 user…

Pricing updated for Buffer: - Essentials: promotion ended (was: 14-day free trial available) - Essentials: allowance changed from Unlimited scheduled posts per channel, Unlimited ideas, 1 user account

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I Built a Content Library That Lets Me Search, Analyze, and Repurpose My Buffer Posts

A Buffer user built a custom web app using Buffer’s API to create a searchable archive of their LinkedIn posts, enabling AI-driven analysis, content repurposing, and direct publishing back to Buffer. …

Buffer Has a Home Page Now: Here’s Why and What it Means

Buffer introduced a new Home page to replace its onboarding checklist, addressing activation challenges by meeting users where they are. New users now land on a personalized setup page, while existing…

Pricing updated for Buffer: - Free: added annual billing at $0/mo - Free: allowance changed from Connect up to 3 channels, 10 scheduled posts per channel (refillable), 100 ideas, 1 user account to 3 c

Why LinkedIn Is the Most-Cited Source in AI Search (and What Your Business Should Do Next)

LinkedIn has become the top-cited domain in AI search engines for professional queries, surpassing profiles in favor of authentic posts and comments from real professionals. This shift rewards busines…

How Atena Uses Buffer's API to Manage 77 Social Media Channels in Ten Languages

Atena, a caregiver staffing agency, uses Buffer's API with n8n to automate social media management across 77 channels in ten languages and eight countries. Marin Nedelev, a non-developer, built workfl…

How WriteStack's Founder Built Cross-Platform Scheduling for Substack Creators Using Buffer's API

WriteStack, a tool for Substack creators, integrated Buffer’s API to enable one-click scheduling of Notes across LinkedIn, X, and other platforms from WriteStack’s workflow. The integration automates …

How a Freelancer Built Her Own LinkedIn Command Center with Buffer's API

A freelancer with no prior API experience used Buffer's API, AI assistants (Claude, Lovable), and Slack to build two tools: a weekly LinkedIn recap bot in Slack and a searchable content library going …

I Built an Idea Engine That Finds Trending Topics and Stages Them in Buffer

A developer built the Buffer Ideas Extension, a web app that generates trending content ideas tailored to user profiles and pushes them directly into Buffer via API. The tool uses real-time web search…

11 LinkedIn Carousel Examples (+ Ideas for Your Next Post or Ad in 2026)

Buffer’s guide reveals LinkedIn carousels achieve 585% higher engagement than text posts, with 11 example formats (industry news, tutorials, data visualization, product showcases) and best practices f…

Meet the Marketer Who Built 2 Companion Apps on Buffer's API

Ben Campbell built PostIQ and Receipts using Buffer's API to streamline pre-publishing workflows like drafting, scheduling, and approvals. PostIQ integrates directly with Buffer for scheduling, while …

Buffer's API is Open for Building

Buffer introduced a public API enabling users to connect Buffer to any tool, AI agent, or automation platform for publishing, scheduling, and managing social media content. The API includes MCP server…

The Best Social Media APIs for Developers + Vibe Coders in 2026

Buffer publishes a curated guide highlighting the best social media APIs for developers in 2026, positioning their own platform as part of the ecosystem.

How to Post on Social Media from Claude

Buffer launched an MCP integration enabling users to draft, edit, and schedule social media posts directly from Claude without leaving the chat. The integration supports all Buffer-supported channels …

Pricing updated for Buffer: - Free: allowance changed from Connect up to 3 channels; 10 scheduled posts per channel (refillable); 100 ideas; 1 user account to Connect up to 3 channels, 10 scheduled po

Pricing updated for Buffer: - Free: allowance changed from Connect up to 3 channels, 10 scheduled posts per channel (refillable), 100 ideas, 1 user account to Connect up to 3 channels; 10 scheduled po

Social Media Image Sizes in 2026: Guide for 9 Major Networks

Buffer published a comprehensive guide detailing the optimal image sizes for 9 major social media networks in 2026, serving as a resource for marketers and content creators.

How to Crosspost on Social Media: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2026

Buffer released a step-by-step guide on crossposting content across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Threads, emphasizing time savings and reach expansion. The post highlights Buffer’s built-in tools …

Every LinkedIn reaction, now in Buffer

Buffer expanded its LinkedIn integration to support all native LinkedIn reactions (not just likes) within its Community inbox. Users can now respond with empathy, praise, or interest directly from Buf…

Your Complete Guide to Social Media Marketing: Platforms, Strategy, and Tips for Growth

Buffer published a comprehensive guide covering social media marketing platforms, strategy, and growth tips on their resources page.