Welcome to SocialPulses! This guide will walk you through the first steps to get your account up and running. In just a few minutes, you'll be ready to start scheduling and publishing content across your social media channels.
Tip: SocialPulses offers a 14-day free trial with no credit card required. You can explore all features before committing.
Step 1: Create Your Account
Go to app.socialpulses.io/auth and click "Sign Up".
Enter your email address and create a strong password. You can also sign up with Google or GitHub for faster onboarding.
Check your email for a verification link and click it to confirm your account.
Complete your onboarding survey — this helps us personalize your experience with recommended settings and features.
Step 2: Set Up Your Profile
Navigate to Settings > Profile from the left sidebar.
Add your name, profile photo, and timezone. Your timezone is important for accurate scheduling.
Choose your preferred theme (Light, Dark, or System default) from the dropdown menu.
Step 3: Connect Your First Social Channel
Head over to the guide on Connecting Your First Social Channel to link your accounts. SocialPulses supports 11 platforms including Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Pinterest, Threads, Bluesky, Google Business, and Mastodon.
Step 4: Explore the Dashboard
Once connected, your Dashboard gives you a bird's-eye view of your social media activity:
- Stats Cards — See counts of scheduled, published, failed, and draft posts.
- Posting Streak — Track your daily posting consistency with a mini calendar.
- Quick Actions — Jump to New Post, Calendar, or Analytics with one click.
- Upcoming Posts — Preview your next scheduled posts.
Step 5: Create Your First Post
Ready to publish? Follow the Creating and Publishing a Post guide to write, customize, and schedule your first piece of content.
Pro Tip: Try the AI Content Generator for your first post — it can help you create engaging captions in seconds. Learn more in Using the AI Content Generator.