Buffer
Introduction:
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Buffer is a comprehensive social media management platform designed to help individuals, businesses, and organisations effectively manage their online presence across various social media platforms.
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Streamline content creation, scheduling, engagement, and performance analysis.
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Optimise your social media strategy and enhance your online impact.
Features:
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Content Scheduling: Schedule social media posts in advance,
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Multichannel Posting: Manage multiple social media accounts from various platforms( Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Pinterest).
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Visual content calendar that helps users plan and organise their social media posts effectively.
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Browser Extension: Share web content directly to their social media profiles with just a few clicks.
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Monitor conversations and mentions related to your brand, industry, or keywords across social media platforms.
Benefits for non-profit organisations:
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Offers customizable plans, allowing NPOs to choose features that align with their specific needs and goals.
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Educational content to help NPOs optimise their social media strategies and stay informed about trends
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NPOs can use Buffer to amplify advocacy messages, raising awareness about their causes and driving change.
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Enables NPOs to foster an engaged online community by facilitating discussions, sharing resources, and encouraging involvement.
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Assists NPOs in engaging with donors, sharing updates on projects, and acknowledging contributions.
Supported Database:
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Relational Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Microsoft SQL Server: Profiles, account information, and engagement metrics
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NoSQL Databases: MongoDB, Cassandra, or Reddis social media posts, comments, and user-generated content.
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In-Memory Databases: Like Redis or Memcached - Data caching and real-time interactions.
Pricing:
Graphical Representation:
Figure 1.2: Build an engaged audience
Figure 1.3: Buffer will publish everything for you to save time, and it’ll showcase your work with automated reports.
Figure 1.4: With Buffer’s permission levels and approval flows, your team can work freely without any micromanagement.
Limitations: