Automatically Post New Blog Updates to LinkedIn from WordPress Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to automatically post new blog updates from WordPress to LinkedIn using Pabbly Connect. Step-by-step tutorial for seamless integration. This comprehensive guide reveals exactly how to connect your applications and automate repetitive tasks — accessible for professionals of all technical backgrounds.

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1. Accessing Pabbly Connect for Integration

To start automating the process of posting new blog updates to LinkedIn, you first need to access Pabbly Connect. Open your web browser and navigate to Pabbly.com/connect. This platform allows you to integrate various applications seamlessly without any coding knowledge.

Once on the Pabbly Connect landing page, you will see two options: ‘Sign In’ and ‘Sign Up for Free.’ If you’re a new user, click on ‘Sign Up for Free’ to create your account. Existing users can simply click ‘Sign In’ to access their dashboard. After signing in, you will be ready to create your workflow.

2. Creating a Workflow in Pabbly Connect

After signing into Pabbly Connect, the next step is to create a new workflow. Click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. You will be prompted to select the workflow builder; choose the new workflow builder for a modern interface.

• Select a name for your workflow, such as ‘Automatically Post New Blog Updates to LinkedIn from WordPress’.
• Choose a folder to save your workflow or create a new one.
• Click on the ‘Create’ button to proceed.

Once the workflow is created, you will be directed to the workflow window where you can set up triggers and actions. This is essential for automating the process of posting updates to LinkedIn.

3. Setting Up the Trigger in Pabbly Connect

To automate the posting, you need to set up a trigger. In the workflow window, click on ‘Add Trigger’ and select WordPress as your trigger application. The trigger event should be set to ‘New Blog Publish’ to ensure that the workflow is activated whenever a new blog is published. using Pabbly Connect

After selecting the trigger event, Pabbly Connect will provide you with a webhook URL. Copy this URL as it will be used in your WordPress settings to establish the connection.

• Go to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to Plugins > Add New.
• Install the ‘WP Webhooks’ plugin and activate it.
• In WP Webhooks settings, add a new webhook URL using the copied URL from Pabbly Connect.

Ensure that the settings are saved correctly. This configuration allows Pabbly Connect to receive data from WordPress whenever a new blog is published.

4. Connecting LinkedIn in Pabbly Connect

With the trigger set up, the next step is to add an action. Click on ‘Add Action’ and select LinkedIn as your action application. For the action event, choose ‘Share a Simple Text’ to post a notification about the new blog. using Pabbly Connect

Pabbly Connect will prompt you to connect your LinkedIn account. Click on ‘Connect with LinkedIn’ and enter your LinkedIn credentials. Once connected, you can proceed to map the data from the trigger to the action.

Select the author for the LinkedIn post. Map the title and permalink from the WordPress trigger to the LinkedIn post content. Set the visibility to Pabbly and save the configuration.

After saving, you can send a test request to ensure everything is functioning correctly. If successful, your LinkedIn profile should reflect the new blog post notification.

5. Testing the Automation with Pabbly Connect

Now that you have configured both WordPress and LinkedIn in Pabbly Connect, it’s time to test the automation. Create a new blog post in your WordPress account and publish it. This action will trigger the webhook and send the data to Pabbly Connect.

Once the post is published, check your LinkedIn profile to see if the notification appears. If everything is set up correctly, you should see the new post title and link shared on your LinkedIn feed shortly after publishing.

This seamless integration allows you to keep your LinkedIn audience updated without any manual effort. You can now relax and let Pabbly Connect handle the notifications automatically.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored how to automatically post new blog updates from WordPress to LinkedIn using Pabbly Connect. This integration process not only saves time but also enhances engagement on your blog posts. By following the steps outlined, you can effortlessly notify your LinkedIn audience whenever you publish a new article.