How to Bulk upload posts on LinkedIn?
In this article, we will cover:
- Connecting your LinkedIn account
- Downloading and using the CSV template
- Formatting your data
- Uploading and importing your posts
- FAQs
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Connect Your LinkedIn Account
- If you haven’t already, go to Accounts under SocialBu settings and connect your LinkedIn profile or page.
- Go to the Bulk Import Section
- Navigate to Publish > Bulk Import.
- Download the CSV Template
- Click the option to download the CSV file template. This ensures you follow the correct structure and formatting.
- Fill In the CSV File
Add your post details into the CSV template:
- Content: The main body of your LinkedIn post
- Media (optional): A direct and publicly accessible image/video URL
- Account: The LinkedIn profile or page name connected to SocialBu
- Publish At: Use the format dd/mm/yyyy hh:mm(am/pm) (e.g., 15/01/2025 11:45am)
- First Comment (optional): Add a comment to be posted as the first comment. You may leave it blank for individual posts or remove the entire column if you don’t want to use it at all.
- Save & Upload the File
- Save the file as a CSV (UTF-8 encoded).
- Return to Bulk Import, and upload the file.
- Review & Import
- A popup will display your scheduled posts from the file.
- Click "Import" to finalize the process.
FAQs
- Is the "First Comment" mandatory?
No. It’s completely optional. You can leave it empty for certain posts or remove the column entirely if you don't want to use this feature.
- Can I add media to my LinkedIn posts?
Yes. Just paste a direct link to your image or video in the “Media” column.
- How many posts can I upload at once?
You can upload up to 200 posts in a single CSV file.
- Where can I see the scheduled posts after uploading?
Go to Publish > Scheduled to review and manage all upcoming posts.
Need Further Assistance?
If you have any other concerns or queries, email us at support@socialbu.com 📩