How to Create Your First Post on Hootsuite
- George Apostolov
How to Create Your First Post on Hootsuite: step-by-step guide
On Hootsuite's main dashboard, tap 'Create a Post' at the top-right corner.
Following that, tap the 'Publish To' menu and select the platforms where you wish to publish the post. Simply tick the checkbox beside your preferred social accounts.
Tap the text box afterwards, then type your social media caption.
Subsequently, click the 'Add Media' icon and then upload the image or video you want to add to your post.
Once done, review the appearance of the post and then tap 'Post Now' to proceed. Alternatively, you may click 'Save As Draft' or 'Schedule For Later' as well.
After completing these steps, your first Hootsuite post will be created and published based on your input.
Quick answer: To create your first post in Hootsuite, tap 'Create a Post', select your target social platforms, and type your caption. Next, add your media, review the preview, and choose to post immediately, save as a draft, or schedule for later to finish your publication.
About this Hootsuite tutorial
Publish your first social media update using Hootsuite by selecting platforms, adding text and media, and choosing when to share it. This guide shows how to create Your First Post on Hootsuite in 6 steps, starting with "On Hootsuite's main dashboard, tap 'Create a Post' at the top-right corner" and finishing with "After completing these steps, your first Hootsuite post will be created and published b...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Hootsuite interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to create Your First Post on Hootsuite?
6 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 Hootsuite data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Hootsuite. Related guides: How to Crop Images in Hootsuite, How to Customize the Dashboard Layout in Hootsuite and How to Delete Scheduled Posts in Hootsuite. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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