How Channels Work
A channel is a social account you connect to Tumbleweed so you can publish, schedule, and measure from one place. There are nine to choose from.
The nine channels
Tumbleweed connects to Facebook, Google Business, Instagram, LinkedIn, Reddit, Threads, TikTok, X, and YouTube. Each has its own card on the Channels page, under Work.
Connecting
Select Connect Account on a channel's card. A window from that network opens, where you sign in and choose the account, page, or channel to connect. On Facebook, each Page is its own account, so connect every Page you plan to use. When it works, the card shows a green check and the name of the account.
Channels belong to a workspace
Connect channels inside the workspace that will use them.
Where connected channels show up
Connected channels appear as buttons when you create a post, and in the Analytics views. Right after you connect, Analytics shows the channel as Pending until the first nightly sync.
Disconnecting and staying informed
Select Disconnect on a channel's card to remove it. Tumbleweed also emails you when a channel connects or disconnects, so a broken connection does not silently stop your posts. These emails are always on.
Key rules
- Nine channels are supported.
- Connect channels from Work, then Channels, inside the right workspace.
- On Facebook, each Page is its own account.
- A connected channel shows a green check and its name.
- Tumbleweed emails you when a channel connects or disconnects.
- Analytics shows a new channel as Pending until the first nightly sync.
Common questions
Why does Analytics say my numbers are on their way?
The first numbers arrive after the next nightly sync. Check back the next day.
Can I disconnect a channel?
Yes. Select Disconnect on its card.
Do I need to connect channels again for another workspace?
Yes. Each workspace has its own channels.