How to Add Links to Buffer Posts
- George Apostolov
How to Add Links to Buffer Posts: step-by-step guide
Click on the “Channels” tab and choose the social media account where you want to post.
Click on "New Post."
Type your text, hashtags, and mentions if needed.
Copy and paste the URL directly into the post editor.
Buffer will automatically generate a link preview (if supported by the platform).
Click the dropdown arrow next to "Add to Queue" to reveal additional scheduling options.
Click "Share Now", "Share Next" or "Schedule Post" to publish.
Your post is now ready to go live at the selected time!
Quick answer: To add links to posts in Buffer, select your social media account under the Channels tab, click New Post, add your text and paste the URL into the editor. Review the generated link preview, reveal scheduling options via the dropdown arrow, and choose to share now, share next, or schedule the post.
About this Buffer tutorial
Publish web links easily in Buffer by pasting URLs directly into your post editor to generate previews, then choose your preferred schedule. This guide shows how to add Links to Buffer Posts in 8 steps, starting with "Click on the 'Channels' tab and choose the social media account where you want to post" and finishing with "Your post is now ready to go live at the selected time!". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Buffer interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add Links to Buffer Posts?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Buffer data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Buffer. Related guides: How to Add Social Media Accounts to Buffer, How to Add Team Members in Buffer and How to Add Unsplash Images to Buffer Posts. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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