Each user has a public profile page that displays their shared stories, and this content is available via an RSS feed that can be used to automatically distribute your content across various platforms.

This guide will show you how to use your Louderlines RSS feed to automatically post your content to WordPress, send email newsletters via Mailchimp, and integrate with other popular web applications.

Note: You can also try the email to post feature in WordPress and other apps for an alternative way to do the same thing.

What is an RSS Feed?

RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is a standardized format that allows websites to publish frequently updated content in a machine-readable format. When you publish a new story on Louderlines, your RSS feed automatically updates, allowing connected applications to detect and act on your new content.

Finding Your Louderlines RSS Feed URL

Your Louderlines RSS feed is typically available at the following URL format:

https://www.louderlines.com/public/[your-username]/rss

For example, if your public profile is at:

https://www.louderlines.com/public/alanorourke

Your RSS feed URL would be:

https://www.louderlines.com/public/alanorourke/rss

Tip: Copy this URL and save it somewhere accessible—you’ll need it for all the integrations covered in this guide.

WordPress: Automatic Blog Posts

Note: You can also use the WordPress feature Post By Email to automatically create new posts from your Louderlines stories.

WordPress offers several plugins that can automatically import your Louderlines RSS feed and create blog posts. Here are the most popular options:

Recommended Plugins

Plugin	Best For	Key Features
WP RSS Aggregator	General users, news aggregators	Feed to Post, keyword filtering, multiple sources
Feedzy RSS Feeds	Content curators, bloggers	Auto-publish, image import, shortcodes
WPeMatico	Advanced users, multi-language sites	Campaign-based, custom templates, translation support

Setup Instructions (WP RSS Aggregator)

1. Install the WP RSS Aggregator plugin from the WordPress plugin directory
2. Navigate to RSS Aggregator > Feed Sources in your WordPress admin
3. Click “Add New” and paste your Louderlines RSS feed URL
4. Configure the feed settings including update frequency, post status (draft or published), and categories
5. Enable “Feed to Post” feature to automatically create WordPress posts from your feed items
6. Save and activate the feed source

Pro Tip: Use the plugin’s keyword filtering feature to selectively import only certain types of content, and set posts to “Draft” status initially so you can review them before publishing.

Mailchimp: RSS-to-Email Newsletters

Mailchimp’s RSS-to-Email feature automatically sends email newsletters to your subscribers whenever you publish new content on Louderlines. This is perfect for keeping your audience informed without manual effort.

Setting Up an RSS Campaign

1. Log in to your Mailchimp account and navigate to Campaigns
2. Click “Create Campaign” and select “Email”
3. Choose “Automated” > “Share blog updates” (RSS-driven)
4. Enter your Louderlines RSS feed URL
5. Set your sending schedule (daily, weekly, or monthly)
6. Select your audience or segment
7. Design your email template using RSS content blocks
8. Review and start your RSS campaign

Key Configuration Options

• Send timing: Choose the day and time that works best for your audience engagement
• Image resizing: Enable automatic image resizing to fit your email template
• Merge tags: Use tags like *|RSSITEM:TITLE|* and *|RSSITEM:CONTENT|* to pull in feed content
• Publish timing: Publish content at least 3 hours before your scheduled send time

Note: Mailchimp will only send emails when new content is detected in your RSS feed, preventing empty emails from being sent.

Other Popular Platforms

Beyond WordPress and Mailchimp, many other platforms and automation tools accept RSS feeds. Here’s how to integrate with the most popular ones:

Zapier

Zapier connects your Louderlines feed to over 6,000 apps using automated workflows called “Zaps.”

Popular Zaps for RSS Feeds:

• RSS to Buffer (social media scheduling)
• RSS to Slack (team notifications)
• RSS to Google Sheets (content tracking)
• RSS to Notion (database entries)
• RSS to Email (custom notifications)

Setup Steps:

1. Create a free Zapier account at zapier.com
2. Click “Create Zap” and search for “RSS by Zapier” as your trigger
3. Select “New Item in Feed” as the trigger event
4. Paste your Louderlines RSS feed URL
5. Choose your action app (e.g., Buffer, Slack, Notion)
6. Map the RSS fields to your action and activate the Zap

IFTTT (If This Then That)

IFTTT uses simple “Applets” to connect RSS feeds with various services.

Setup Steps:

1. Create an account at ifttt.com
2. Click “Create” and choose RSS Feed as your trigger service
3. Select “New feed item” and enter your Louderlines RSS URL
4. Choose your action service (e.g., Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest)
5. Configure the action and enable the Applet

Buffer (Social Media Management)

Buffer is a social media scheduling tool that integrates with RSS feeds through Zapier.

Setup Steps:

1. Create accounts on both Buffer and Zapier
2. Connect your social media accounts to Buffer
3. In Zapier, create a new Zap with “RSS by Zapier” as the trigger
4. Choose “Add to Queue” in Buffer as your action
5. Map the RSS title and link to your Buffer post content

Slack (Team Communication)

Slack has built-in RSS support, allowing you to post feed updates directly to channels.

Setup Steps:

1. Add the RSS app to your Slack workspace from the App Directory
2. Go to the channel where you want updates to appear
3. Type /feed subscribe [your-louderlines-rss-url]
4. New stories will automatically appear in the channel

Platform Quick Reference

Platform	Use Case	Cost
WordPress	Auto blog posts	Free plugins available
Mailchimp	Email newsletters	Free up to 500 contacts
Zapier	Multi-app automation	Free tier (100 tasks/month)
IFTTT	Simple automations	Free tier (2 Applets)
Buffer	Social media scheduling	Free tier (3 channels)
Slack	Team notifications	Built-in RSS (free)
Notion	Database entries	Via Zapier integration
Make (Integromat)	Complex workflows	Free tier (1,000 ops/month)
Discord	Community updates	Via bots or Zapier

Best Practices

• Test your feed: Before setting up automations, validate your RSS feed using a tool like validator.w3.org/feed
• Stagger your posts: If posting to multiple social platforms, use Buffer or scheduling to avoid flooding your audience
• Monitor your automations: Regularly check that your automated posts are appearing correctly
• Customize per platform: Tailor content length and format for each platform’s best practices
• Keep content fresh: RSS automation works best when you’re consistently publishing new content on Louderlines

Troubleshooting

Feed not updating?

• Ensure you’ve published new content on Louderlines
• Most services poll feeds every 15-60 minutes; allow time for detection

Posts appearing incorrectly?

• Check your field mapping in the automation tool
• Verify images are properly formatted in your original Louderlines posts

Feed URL not accepted?

• Double-check the URL format matches your username exactly
• Run the feed through an RSS validator to check for errors

Conclusion

Your Louderlines RSS feed is a powerful tool for automating content distribution. By connecting it to platforms like WordPress, Mailchimp, and various automation services, you can significantly expand your reach while saving time on manual posting.

Start with one integration, ensure it works correctly, and then gradually add more platforms as needed. With the right setup, your Louderlines content can automatically reach your audience wherever they are.

Need more help? Visit the help sections of each platform mentioned in this guide, or reach out to the Louderlines support team for assistance with your RSS feed.