Getting Started with Postr

A step-by-step guide to setting up your account and scheduling your first social media post.

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Account Setup
2
Connect Platforms
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Create & Schedule

Step 1: Account Setup & API Key

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Get Your API Key

After signing up, navigate to your profile and locate your social media keys in the settings section. This key authenticates your account with our scheduling system.

Media Key Formats: 68exxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Understand Credits System

Each social media post consumes one credit, if you have 3 Social Media Keys, this one post will include all 3 postings. You can monitor your credit balance in the navigation and purchase additional credits when needed to continue scheduling posts.

Step 2: Connect Social Media Platforms

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Platform Account IDs

For each social media platform you want to post to, you'll need to provide your account ID. These are unique identifiers for your connected social media accounts. You will given an invite link from where you can connect to your accounts

Facebook: eg 68d5xxxxxxxxxxxx
LinkedIn: 68d5xxxxxxxxxxxx
Instagram: 68d5xxxxxxxxxxxx
TikTok: Coming Soon
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Authentication Process

Connect your social media accounts through our secure OAuth process. We never store your passwords and only request permissions needed for posting content to your social media accounts.

Step 3: Create & Schedule Posts

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Create Your Post

  • Write engaging content with emojis and hashtags
  • Upload high-quality images (PNG, JPG supported) 1080 x 1080 Recommended
  • Platforms you have a key for will automatically post to
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Schedule for Optimal Times

Choose your posting date and time. Posts can be scheduled up to 12 months in advance. Consider time zones and when your audience is most active.

Pro Tip

Schedule posts during peak engagement hours: Weekdays 9-11 AM and 1-3 PM typically perform best across most platforms.

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Confirm & Publish

Review your post and click "Confirm Post" to schedule. The system will automatically publish your content at the scheduled time across all selected platforms.

Best Practices for Success

Use High-Quality Images

Images should be at least 1080x1080 pixels for optimal display across platforms.

Strategic Hashtags

Use 3-5 relevant hashtags per post. Research platform-specific hashtag limits.

Consistent Posting

Maintain a regular posting schedule to keep your audience engaged.

Monitor Performance

Track engagement metrics and adjust your strategy based on what works best.

Need Help Getting Started?

Our support team is here to help you succeed. Reach out if you have any questions about setup or using Postr.

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