Social Media Feed

Overview

The Social Media Feed brings your company’s activities on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and X directly into the Staffbase intranet. Employees automatically stay informed about external communications – without having to visit the platforms themselves.

Why This Widget?

Many employees are unaware of their company’s social media activities. The Social Media Feed changes that:

• Create Visibility: Company posts reach employees even without social media accounts
• Boost Engagement: Employees become brand ambassadors
• Unified Communication: Internal and external messages in harmony
• No Extra Work: Posts are automatically synchronized

Key Features

1. Multi-Platform Integration

Connect all relevant social media channels in a single feed:

• LinkedIn – Company page and posts
• Instagram – Posts and stories
• Facebook – Page posts and events
• X (Twitter) – Tweets and threads

2. Flexible Layouts

Choose the display that best fits your intranet:

• Feed View: Chronological display of all posts
• Card Masonry: Pinterest-style grid layout
• Compact Sidebar: Space-saving variant for sidebars
• Dark Mode: For dark design themes

3. Moderation & Control

You decide what appears in the intranet:

• Automatic or manual approval
• Keyword filters for unwanted content
• Platform-specific rules
• Preview before publishing

Typical Use Cases

🏢 Employer Branding

Show employees how the company presents itself externally – and motivate them to share posts.

📢 Internal Reach

Important LinkedIn posts about product launches or awards automatically reach all employees.

🎉 Event Communication

Live posts from company events, trade shows or team events are mirrored in real time in the intranet.

Integration & Setup

Setup is done in just a few steps:

1. Select widget from the gallery
2. Connect social media accounts (OAuth)
3. Configure layout and filters
4. Publish

Technical Specifications

• Platform: Staffbase 5.0+
• Responsive: Optimized for mobile & desktop
• Sync Interval: Real-time to 15 minutes (configurable)
• API: OAuth 2.0 for all platforms
• Privacy: GDPR-compliant, no personal data stored

FAQ

Which social media platforms are supported?

Currently LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and X (Twitter). Additional platforms can be integrated on request.

Are all posts displayed automatically?

You can choose between automatic and manual approval. Keyword filters additionally help with moderation.

Does the widget work with private social media accounts?

No, the widget is designed for corporate accounts. Personal profiles are not supported.