How to Tag Posts in Buffer
- George Apostolov
How to Tag Posts in Buffer: step-by-step guide
Log in to Buffer and go to "Publish" tab.
Click "+ New Post" and select a social media channel.
In the post editor, type "@" followed by the username to tag an account.
Click "Add to Queue" or "Save as Draft."
Tagging helps you engage with brands, influencers, and followers more effectively.
Quick answer: To tag posts in Buffer, navigate to the Publish tab, click New Post, and select a channel. Type the at symbol followed by the username in the post editor to tag an account. Finally, add the post to your queue or save it as a draft.
About this Buffer tutorial
Engage with brands and followers easily by tagging accounts in your posts. Follow these simple steps to add tags using the Buffer publish editor. This guide shows how to tag Posts in Buffer in 5 steps, starting with "Log in to Buffer and go to 'Publish' tab" and finishing with "Tagging helps you engage with brands, influencers, and followers more effectively". 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 tag Posts in Buffer?
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 Track Campaign Performance in Buffer, How to Track Link Clicks From Buffer Posts and How to Track Your Best-Performing Posts in Buffer. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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