How to Add RSS Feed to WordPress with Images Using Pabbly Connect

Learn how to automate your WordPress posts with RSS feeds using Pabbly Connect. Step-by-step guide to integrate Facebook, YouTube, and more! Follow this definitive guide to creating powerful automated workflows with straightforward, efficiency-focused solutions that save valuable time.

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1. Setting Up Pabbly Connect for RSS Feed Integration

To start using Pabbly Connect for RSS feed integration, first, access the platform by signing up for a free account. This automation tool allows you to connect various applications seamlessly. Once you’re logged in, you’ll be directed to your dashboard where you can create workflows.

Click on the ‘Create Workflow’ button. You’ll need to name your workflow; for this tutorial, we’ll name it ‘RSS Feeds to WordPress’. After naming, click on the ‘Create’ button to proceed to the workflow setup.

2. Configuring the RSS Trigger in Pabbly Connect

Next, we will configure the trigger for our workflow. In Pabbly Connect, the trigger is the event that starts the automation. Select the RSS application from the trigger options. The specific event we want is ‘New Item in Feed’.

• Choose the RSS application as the trigger.
• Select the trigger event ‘New Item in Feed’.
• Click on the connect button to enter the feed URL.

Copy the RSS feed URL from a news website. For example, you can use an environmental news feed. Paste this URL into the feed URL field in Pabbly Connect and click on the ‘Save and Test Request’ button. This action fetches the latest RSS feed items and confirms the connection.

3. Integrating with Pexels for Image Retrieval

To enhance your WordPress posts visually, we will integrate Pabbly Connect with Pexels to retrieve images. In the action step, select the Pexels application and choose the action event ‘Search for Photos’.

Click on the connect button and add a new connection. You will need an API key from Pexels. Follow the link provided to request your API key, then paste it back into Pabbly Connect. After authorization, you can specify what type of images you want by mapping the title from the RSS feed.

• Select the action event ‘Search for Photos’ in Pexels.
• Map the RSS feed title to search for relevant images.
• Click ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to retrieve an image.

After executing the test request, you will receive a photo URL from Pexels that can be used in your WordPress post.

4. Creating a WordPress Post with Pabbly Connect

Now, let’s connect Pabbly Connect with WordPress to create a new post. In the action step, search for the WordPress application and select ‘Create Post’ as the action event. Click on connect and enter your WordPress credentials, including your username, password, and base URL.

To find your base URL, navigate to your WordPress dashboard and copy the URL, ensuring you remove any additional paths like ‘wp-admin’. This URL will be needed to authenticate your WordPress account in Pabbly Connect.

Choose ‘Create Post’ as the action event. Authenticate using your WordPress credentials and base URL. Map the title and content from the RSS feed.

Once connected, you can map the title and content from the RSS feed to the new post fields in WordPress. Set the status to ‘Draft’ if you want to review the post before publishing. Finally, click on ‘Save and Send Test Request’ to create the post in your WordPress drafts.

5. Finalizing Your RSS to WordPress Automation

With everything set up, your Pabbly Connect automation is now complete. Whenever there is a new item in the RSS feed, Pabbly Connect will automatically create a post in WordPress with the relevant image from Pexels. This automation saves time and ensures your WordPress site is always updated with the latest news.

To verify that the post was created, check your WordPress drafts section. You should see the new post with the title, content, and image included. This process demonstrates how Pabbly Connect simplifies the integration of multiple applications, allowing for efficient content management.

By using this workflow, you can easily automate your WordPress site and keep it fresh with new content from your favorite RSS feeds. Remember to save your workflow in Pabbly Connect for future use.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we explored how to automate your WordPress posts using RSS feeds with Pabbly Connect. By integrating Facebook, YouTube, and other platforms, you can keep your content up-to-date effortlessly. This powerful automation tool streamlines your workflow and enhances your website’s engagement with fresh news and updates.