This document outlines the social media platforms supported by TendSocial and their official API capabilities as of December 2025.
Quick Reference
| Platform | Publishing | Analytics | Inbox/Comments | Account Type Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ✅ Pages | ✅ | ✅ | Page Admin | |
| ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | Business or Creator | |
| Threads | ✅ | ✅ Limited | ✅ | Instagram Business |
| ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | Personal or Company Page | |
| X (Twitter) | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | Any |
| TikTok | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | Business |
| YouTube | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | Channel Owner |
| ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | Business | |
| Google Business | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | Verified Business |
| Bluesky | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | Any |
| Mastodon | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | Any |
| ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | Any |
Platform Details
Facebook
Official Documentation: Facebook Graph API
| Feature | Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Publish to Pages | ✅ | Text, images, video, links |
| Publish to Profiles | ❌ | Removed in 2018 |
| Schedule posts | ✅ | Native scheduling supported |
| Analytics | ✅ | Reach, engagement, impressions |
| Comments/Messages | ✅ | Full inbox management |
Required Account: Facebook Page with Admin role
Instagram
Official Documentation: Instagram Graph API
| Feature | Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Feed posts | ✅ | Single image, carousel, video |
| Stories | ⚠️ | Limited (Business API) |
| Reels | ✅ | Via Content Publishing API |
| Analytics | ✅ | Reach, impressions, engagement |
| Comments | ✅ | Read/reply to comments |
| Direct Messages | ✅ | Via Messenger API integration |
Required Account: Instagram Business or Creator account linked to Facebook Page
Threads
Official Documentation: Threads API
| Feature | Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Text posts | ✅ | Up to 500 characters |
| Image posts | ✅ | Single images |
| Analytics | ✅ | Views, replies, reposts (limited) |
| Replies | ✅ | Manage thread replies |
Required Account: Instagram Business account (Threads uses Instagram login)
Note: Threads uses the same Meta App credentials as Facebook and Instagram.
LinkedIn
Official Documentation: LinkedIn Marketing API
| Feature | Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Personal posts | ✅ | Text, images, documents |
| Company page posts | ✅ | Requires separate OAuth app |
| Analytics | ✅ | Impressions, clicks, engagement |
| Comments | ❌ | Read-only |
Required Account:
- Personal Profile: Sign In with LinkedIn OAuth
- Company Page: LinkedIn Community Management API
Note: LinkedIn requires separate OAuth apps for personal profiles vs company pages.
X (Twitter)
Official Documentation: Twitter API v2
| Feature | Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tweets | ✅ | Text, images, video, polls |
| Threads | ✅ | Multi-tweet threads |
| Schedule | ✅ | Via API |
| Analytics | ✅ | Basic tier and above |
| Replies/DMs | ✅ | Full management |
Required Account: Any Twitter/X account
TikTok
Official Documentation: TikTok for Business API
| Feature | Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Video posts | ✅ | Via Content Posting API |
| Schedule | ✅ | Supported |
| Analytics | ✅ | Views, engagement, demographics |
| Comments | ✅ | Read/reply |
Required Account: TikTok Business account
YouTube
Official Documentation: YouTube Data API
| Feature | Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Video upload | ✅ | Up to file size limits |
| Shorts | ✅ | Vertical videos < 60s |
| Analytics | ✅ | Via YouTube Analytics API |
| Comments | ✅ | Full management |
| Live streams | ⚠️ | Planned |
Required Account: YouTube channel owner (Personal or Brand)
Pinterest
Official Documentation: Pinterest API
| Feature | Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pin creation | ✅ | Images, videos |
| Board management | ✅ | Create/update boards |
| Analytics | ✅ | Impressions, saves, clicks |
Required Account: Pinterest Business account
Google Business Profile
Official Documentation: Google Business Profile API
| Feature | Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Posts | ✅ | Offers, updates, events |
| Reviews | ✅ | Read/respond |
| Q&A | ✅ | Answer questions |
| Analytics | ✅ | Views, actions, calls |
Required Account: Verified Google Business Profile
Bluesky
Official Documentation: Bluesky AT Protocol
| Feature | Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Posts | ✅ | Text, images |
| Replies | ✅ | Thread participation |
| Analytics | ❌ | Not available via API |
Required Account: Any Bluesky account
Mastodon
Official Documentation: Mastodon API
| Feature | Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Posts (Toots) | ✅ | Text, images, video |
| Replies | ✅ | Thread participation |
| Analytics | ❌ | Instance-dependent |
Required Account: Any Mastodon account (specify instance)
Reddit
Official Documentation: Reddit API
| Feature | Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Posts | ✅ | Text, links, images |
| Comments | ✅ | Read/reply |
| Analytics | ❌ | Limited via API |
Required Account: Any Reddit account
Credential Sharing
Some platforms share OAuth credentials:
| Group | Platforms | Credential Key |
|---|---|---|
| Meta | Facebook, Instagram, Threads | facebook (Meta App ID) |
| YouTube, Google Business | youtube (Google OAuth) | |
| Personal, Company Pages | Separate apps required |
Rate Limits
Each platform has different API rate limits. TendSocial automatically handles rate limiting, but be aware:
| Platform | Typical Limit |
|---|---|
| 200 calls/user/hour | |
| 200 calls/user/hour | |
| 100 calls/day (personal) | |
| X/Twitter | Varies by tier |
| TikTok | 600 calls/minute |
| YouTube | 10,000 units/day |
Need Help?
- Check platform-specific developer documentation linked above
- Contact support for integration issues
- Review our API documentation for TendSocial-specific endpoints