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Buffer

Queue social posts from any page.

4.73,000 reviews~200K+ usersSocial MediaBy Buffer
Freemium
Updated 2026-05-14
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Overview

The Buffer extension lets you queue a post to your connected social accounts from any page or image, without opening the Buffer dashboard.

Pros

  • Share from any page
  • Image sharing support
  • Queue scheduling
  • Multi-channel

Cons

  • Needs a Buffer account
  • Channel limits on free plan
  • Analytics are in the web app

Who should use Buffer?

Social media managers scheduling content while browsing sources.

Pricing

Buffer is freemium — From $6/mo. The free tier is usable for evaluation; compare paid tiers before committing a team.

Frequently asked questions

Is Buffer free?

Buffer offers paid plans (From $6/mo).

Is Buffer safe to install?

Buffer is published by Buffer. As with any extension, review the permissions it requests before installing and remove it if you stop using it.

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