=== Flockler - Social Media Embeds for WordPress ===

Plugin Name: Flockler
Contributors: flockler
Tags: flockler, social media feed, embed social media, social media aggregator, hashtag campaign, social, shortcode, instagram, facebook, twitter, youtube, tiktok
Requires at least: 4.4
Tested up to: 6.9
Stable tag: 1.0.4
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Effortlessly display social media content from Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Bluesky and more, supporting 15+ platforms in total directly on your WordPress site.

== Description ==

Effortlessly display social media content from Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Bluesky and more, supporting 15+ platforms in total directly on your WordPress site.

Flockler helps brands curate and showcase authentic social content - from branded posts to user-generated content and customer reviews. No coding required.

[Start Free Trial](https://flockler.com/free-trial?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=plugins_store&utm_campaign=listing) | [Social media wall](https://flockler.com/blog/social-media-wall?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=plugins_store&utm_campaign=listing) | [See Pricing](https://flockler.com/plans-and-pricing?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=plugins_store&utm_campaign=listing)

== Why Add Social Feeds to Your WordPress Site? ==

**Boost SEO Performance** - Fresh, regularly updated content and improved engagement signals (increased time on site, lower bounce rates) can positively impact search rankings

**Boost Engagement** - Keep visitors on your site longer with fresh, dynamic content that updates automatically

**Build Trust** - Display authentic customer reviews and user-generated content as powerful social proof

**Grow Your Following** - Drive traffic back to your social channels and increase followers across platforms

**Drive Conversions** - Showcase real customer experiences with products to influence purchase decisions

Here's more on how [websites with social media feeds](https://flockler.com/blog/social-media-feed-on-website-benefits) benefit brands

== Get Started in Minutes ==

1. **Connect** your social media accounts to Flockler
2. **Curate** content from usernames, hashtags, mentions, or specific posts
3. **Customize** your layout (Wall, Grid, Carousel, or Slideshow)
4. **Embed** everywhere - WordPress via shortcode, plus digital screens, mobile apps, intranets, and any digital platform you use

[Start Your 14-Day Free Trial](https://flockler.com/free-trial?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=plugins_store&utm_campaign=listing) - No credit card required

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== Powerful Features ==

= Content Aggregation =

* **15+ Social Platforms**: Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, X (Twitter), TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Vimeo, RSS feeds, and more. [See all supported sources](https://flockler.com/supported-social-media-feeds)
* **Multiple Feed Types**: Display posts by username, company pages, hashtags, mentions, or hand-picked content
* **Auto-Updates**: Fresh content every 5-15 minutes with no manual work required
* **Unlimited Displays**: Create as many social walls, grids, and carousels as you need
* **Unlimited Page Views**: No restrictions on traffic across all your sites

= Display & Customization =

* **Pre-Built Layouts**: Wall, Grid, Carousel, Slideshow, and Email Newsletter templates
* **Fully Responsive**: Automatically optimized for mobile, tablet, and desktop
* **Universal Embedding**: Display on WordPress (via shortcode), other websites, digital screens, mobile apps, intranets, event displays, kiosks, and any web-based platform - all from one account
* **Automated Alt Text**: AI-generated alt text for images improves accessibility and SEO
* **Custom Styling**: Add your own CSS for complete brand control

= Content Management =

* **Smart Moderation**: Auto-publish or manually approve content before it goes live
* **Garde AI Moderation**: Advanced AI-powered content filtering to automatically detect and block inappropriate content
* **Automatic Duplicate Removal**: Flockler detects and removes duplicate posts across all connected platforms
* **Spam Protection**: Block unwanted content by keyword or username on Instagram, Facebook and X
* **Team Collaboration**: Add unlimited team members to help manage content (and at different permission levels)

= Agency & Multi-Site Management =

* **My Sites Dashboard**: Centralized control panel to manage social feeds across multiple client sites or domains
* **Self-Service Site Management**: Add and configure new sites yourself
* **Unlimited Domains**: No restrictions on the number of websites or properties you manage
* **Team Permissions**: Control access levels for team members across different sites

= Enterprise-Ready =

* **Custom API Access**: Build completely custom layouts and integrations with our API (Premium plan)
* **GDPR Compliant**: No visitor tracking or data storage. DPA available
* **Dedicated Support**: Priority live chat, email, and phone support plus dedicated account management

== Pricing ==

Plans start at **$110/month** with a **14-day free trial** (full product access, no credit card required)

All plans include:

* Unlimited social walls, grids, and carousels
* Unlimited page views and domains
* All platform integrations
* Customer support
* Regular feature updates

[View Full Pricing Details](https://flockler.com/plans-and-pricing?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=plugins_store&utm_campaign=listing) | [Start Free Trial](https://flockler.com/free-trial?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=plugins_store&utm_campaign=listing)

== Installation ==

1. **Install the Plugin**: Download from WordPress.org or install directly from your WordPress dashboard
2. **Sign Up for Flockler**: Create your account at [flockler.com/free-trial](https://flockler.com/free-trial?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=plugins_store&utm_campaign=listing)
3. **Create Your Feed**: Connect social accounts and set up your content sources
4. **Get Your Shortcode**: Go to Display → Choose layout → Click "Add to WordPress"
5. **Embed**: Paste the shortcode into any page, post, or widget area

== Popular Use Cases ==

**E-commerce & Product Pages**
Display customer photos and reviews using your branded hashtag

**Events & Conferences**
Create a live social wall showing attendee posts and highlights

**Corporate Websites**
Aggregate company social channels to showcase culture and updates

**Hospitality & Tourism**
Feature guest experiences and travel inspiration from Instagram and TikTok

**Digital Agencies**
Manage social feeds for multiple clients from one dashboard

== Screenshots ==

1. An example of the Social Wall layout
2. An example of the Grid layout
3. An example of the Carousel layout
4. Screenshot of a generated embed code in Flockler

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= What is Flockler? =

Flockler is a social media aggregator that helps you collect, curate, and display content from 15+ social platforms on your WordPress site.

= Does the plugin cost anything? =

The plugin itself is free, but requires a Flockler account. Plans start at $110/month with a 14-day free trial available.

= Where do I sign up? =

Start your free trial at [flockler.com/free-trial](https://flockler.com/free-trial?utm_source=wordpress&utm_medium=plugins_store&utm_campaign=listing)

= How do I customize the appearance? =

Choose from pre-built templates and add custom CSS for complete design control. No coding knowledge required for basic customization.

= Which social platforms are supported? =

Instagram, Bluesky, Facebook, X (Twitter), TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Vimeo, Tumblr, Flickr, RSS feeds, and more. [See complete list](https://help.flockler.com/article/143-which-social-media-channels-and-content-types-flockler-supports)

= Is it GDPR compliant? =

Yes. Flockler doesn't store visitor data or track users on your website. Data Processing Agreement available.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.4 =
* Updated readme with new content and features
* Updated plugin description
* Fixed typo in Plugin URI
* Updated Author URI and License URI to use https
* Updated tested up to: 6.9

= 1.0.3 =
* Update Tested up to in readme

= 1.0.2 =
* Update syntax

= 1.0.1 =
* Update HEREDOC syntax

= 1.0.0 =
* First version of the plugin