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How to Automate Sharing WordPress Posts to Twitter or Bluesky Using IFTTT

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If you’re a WordPress blogger who writes technical blogs and wants to automate sharing your posts on platforms like Twitter or Bluesky, this guide is for you. Imagine saving hours by letting a smart workflow post your past and future articles regularly without manual intervention. With IFTTT (If This Then That), you can achieve just that.

In this blog, we’ll walk you through setting up an applet that fetches posts categorized under “Docker” from your WordPress site and shares them on social platforms. Whether it’s Twitter, Bluesky, or both, we’ll ensure your content gets the visibility it deserves.


Why Automate This Workflow?

  1. Save Time: No need to manually craft and post links to your articles.
  2. Consistency: Ensure your followers see your content at regular intervals.
  3. Maximize Reach: Boost engagement by posting on multiple platforms automatically.
  4. Focus on Creation: Spend less time on logistics and more on writing great content.

How It Works

Here’s the basic workflow:

  1. Fetch posts from WordPress using its RSS feed.
  2. Filter posts by category (in this case, “Docker”).
  3. Automatically post the filtered articles to Twitter or Bluesky a regular intervals.

Step-by-Step Guide to Creating the Automation

Step 1: Prerequisites

Before diving in, ensure the following are in place:

  • WordPress:
    • RSS feed enabled (default in WordPress).
    • URL for your “Docker” category RSS feed, e.g.,
      https://yourwebsite.com/category/docker/feed/
  • Social Media Accounts:
    • A connected Twitter account or access to Bluesky’s API via a webhook.
  • IFTTT Account:
    • Sign up or log in at IFTTT.

Step 2: Connect WordPress via RSS

  1. Log in to IFTTT and click on Create.
  2. Select If This and search for the RSS Feed service.
  3. Choose the New Feed Item trigger.
  4. Enter your “Docker” category RSS feed URL:
https://collabnix.com/category/docker/feed/

Save this trigger.


Step 3: Set Up the Action

For Twitter:

  1. Click Then That and search for Twitter.
  2. Select the Post a Tweet action.
  3. Customize the tweet format:
🚢 Check out my latest Docker article: "{{EntryTitle}}" Read more here: {{EntryUrl}} #Docker #DevOps

Save the action.

For Bluesky:

  1. Since Bluesky doesn’t have direct IFTTT integration yet, use a webhook service like Zapier or Pipedream.
  2. Set up a webhook in the external service to receive data from IFTTT and post to Bluesky via the AT Protocol or Bluesky API.
  3. In IFTTT, choose Webhooks as the action service and configure it to send data (like post title and URL) to your webhook endpoint.
  4. Format the post content:
New Docker Article: {{EntryTitle}} Link: {{EntryUrl}}

Step 4: Customize and Test

  • Posting Interval: By default, IFTTT triggers when a new item appears in the RSS feed. For older posts, see the Advanced Options section below.
  • Content Formatting: Tailor your posts to fit platform-specific styles (e.g., hashtags for Twitter).
  • Test the Workflow: Publish a new post in your “Docker” category to ensure the applet works correctly.

Advanced Options

1. Include Past Posts

IFTTT only fetches new feed items by default. To include past posts:

  • Option 1: Export all posts in the “Docker” category using the WordPress Export Tool and re-import them with a future date.
  • Option 2: Use a batch posting tool like Buffer or Hootsuite to upload and schedule older articles.

2. Schedule Posts

For better control over timing:

  • Use tools like Zapier or Pipedream to trigger posts at specific intervals.
  • Combine IFTTT with Buffer to schedule shares.

Sample Tweet Format

Here’s a sample format to maximize engagement:

New Blog] Master Docker Basics: {{EntryTitle}}  
📖 Dive in here: {{EntryUrl}}  
#Docker #Containers #DevOps

For Bluesky:

{{EntryTitle}}  
Check it out 👉 {{EntryUrl}}
#Docker

Benefits of This Workflow

  1. Automated Content Sharing: No manual intervention required to keep your audience updated.
  2. Category-Specific Posts: Focus on your niche content (e.g., “Docker”) without noise.
  3. Cross-Platform Reach: Share simultaneously on Twitter, Bluesky, and more.

Conclusion

Automating your WordPress content sharing to platforms like Twitter and Bluesky is a no-brainer for bloggers and content creators. With tools like IFTTT, you can save time, increase engagement, and ensure your valuable articles reach the right audience consistently.

Ready to streamline your social media game? Set up your IFTTT applet today and let the automation work for you! 🚀

Have questions or need help? Share them in the comments below—I’d love to assist!

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