How to Identify the Optimal Posting Times with Buffer Analytics
- George Apostolov
How to Identify the Optimal Posting Times with Buffer Analytics: step-by-step guide
Navigate to the top menu bar and click 'Analyze'.
Select the specific channel you want to monitor.
Following that, tap the 'Answers' tab to proceed.
Scroll down to the section that holds the data regarding the best day to post.
Finally, hover your mouse cursor over the bar in the graph to know the specific day to publish your Buffer post. After that, check your posting times during that day and follow them going forward.
Quick answer: To find the best posting times in Buffer, click 'Analyze' in the top menu bar, select your channel, and tap the 'Answers' tab. Scroll to the best day to post data, hover over the graph's bar to identify the optimal day, and then check and follow the recommended posting times.
About this Buffer tutorial
Find your best posting times in Buffer by checking the Analyze and Answers tabs to view optimal publishing days and schedules. This guide shows how to identify the Optimal Posting Times with Buffer Analytics in 5 steps, starting with "Navigate to the top menu bar and click 'Analyze'" and finishing with "Finally, hover your mouse cursor over the bar in the graph to know the specific day to...". 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 identify the Optimal Posting Times with Buffer Analytics?
5 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 Import Text From Notion to Buffer, How to Integrate Canva with Buffer and Buffer hubspot integration. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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