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Buffer

by Buffer · San Francisco, United States · Since 2010

Simple social scheduling and analytics.

Social media managementRecommendedFree plan
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Starting price
Free plan
Free trial / plan
Free plan
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Deployment
Cloud
Web
App Advisor rating
4.6
transparency & India fit

What is Buffer?

Buffer is social media management from Buffer, based in San Francisco, United States and has been building software since 2010. Simple social scheduling and analytics.

Social media management tools schedule content, unify DMs and comments, and report engagement across networks. Agencies buy for client workspaces and approvals; brands buy for inbox management and analytics.

A free plan is available, with paid plans for growing teams.

What works well

  • +Free plan available
  • +14-day free trial
  • +Prices published openly on the official pricing page
  • +Android and iOS apps published by the vendor
  • +Developer API documented on the official site
  • +Integrations directory on the official site

What to watch out for

  • −Prices listed in USD, not Indian rupees

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

Buffer at a glance

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Buffer features

As listed on Buffer's official website.

  • Channels
  • Tools
  • Publish
  • Create
  • Community
  • Insights
  • Collaborate
  • Mobile app
  • Start page
  • AI assistant
  • Features
  • Made for

What customers say about Buffer

Testimonials published on Buffer's own website, selected by the vendor. These are not independent reviews.

“Buffer's per-channel pricing allows me to be flexible and save money if a client leaves. They're never locked in indefinitely, and I don't want to continue paying for their channel when they're no longer in contract.” Source

Buffer pricing

Entry price

Free plan

Free plan, paid tiers for more users and features

How Buffer charges. Plans scale with users or features. Annual billing is usually 15–25% cheaper than monthly, and GST is added on top of listed prices in India.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on buffer.com.

Buffer screenshots

Buffer video

How does the 10-post limit work on the Buffer Free Plan?

Specifications

Category
Social media management
Vendor
Buffer
Headquarters
San Francisco, United States
Founded
2010
Pricing model
Freemium
Starting price
Free plan
Deployment
Cloud
Platforms
Web
Best for
Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India
No

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Buffer — frequently asked questions

Where is the Buffer login page?+

Buffer's login is at https://login.buffer.com/login?plan=free&cycle=year&cta=bufferSite-globalNav-login-1, linked from its official website.

How do I sign up for Buffer?+

New accounts are created at https://login.buffer.com/signup?product=buffer&plan=free&cycle=year&cta=bufferSite-globalNav-signup-1 on Buffer's official site.

How much does Buffer cost?+

Buffer publishes its plans at https://buffer.com/pricing?cta=bufferSite-globalNav-pricing-pricing-1. It offers a free plan. Check that page for current prices, as plans change.

Does Buffer have a free trial?+

Yes. Buffer's official site offers a free trial of 14 days.

Does Buffer have a mobile app?+

Yes. Buffer's official website links to its Android and iOS app.

What is Buffer?+

Buffer is social media management by Buffer. Simple social scheduling and analytics.

How much does Buffer cost?+

Buffer has a free plan. Check the vendor's pricing page for current plans.

Does Buffer offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — Buffer offers a free plan you can start with.

Is Buffer made in India?+

No. Buffer is developed by Buffer in San Francisco, United States.

Who is Buffer best suited for?+

Buffer suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for social media management.

What are the best alternatives to Buffer?+

Popular alternatives in social media management include Zoho Social, SocialPilot, Crowdfire. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Buffer deployed?+

Buffer is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.

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