Obtain and configure the API credentials to authorize requests from Buffer to the Blogs API. Use secure storage for your API keys.
Buffer uses your connected GHL account tokens to perform actions against the Blogs API on your behalf. Keep tokens refreshed and scoped to required permissions.
GET emails/builder; GET emails/builder.write; POST emails/builder; POST /emails/builder/data; DELETE /emails/builder/:locationId/:templateId; emails/schedule.readonly; GET emails/schedule; blogs/post.write; POST /blogs/posts; blogs/post-update.write; PUT /blogs/posts/:postId; blogs/check-slug.readonly; GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists; blogs/category.readonly; GET /blogs/categories; blogs/author.readonly; GET /blogs/authors
When a new post is created in Buffer, automatically publish it to the Blogs API.
Actions: create a post via POST /blogs/posts; update via PUT /blogs/posts/:postId; fetch author and slug data as needed.
POST /blogs/posts (and PUT /blogs/posts/:postId for updates)
title, content, slug, authorId, status, published_at
When you edit a Buffer post, update the corresponding post in Blogs API.
Actions: PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update; optionally POST /blogs/posts for rebuilds; ensure slug is maintained.
PUT /blogs/posts/:postId
title, content, slug, status, updated_at
When preparing multiple Buffer posts, check slug existence in Blogs API to avoid duplicates.
Actions: GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to verify slug; POST /blogs/posts to create; use blogs/check-slug.readonly to verify quickly.
GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists and POST /blogs/posts
title, slug, status
Unified publishing flow from Buffer to your blog.
Automated scheduling and post status tracking.
Instant access to blog authors and categories within Buffer.
This glossary defines terms, endpoints, and processes used in the Buffer–Blogs API integration.
A URL-friendly string used to identify a post in the blog URL.
A specific URL that performs an action in the Blogs API (e.g., POST /blogs/posts).
A piece of content published on your blog, with title, body, and metadata.
A credential used to authorize API requests from Buffer to the Blogs API.
Turn Buffer drafts into live blog posts via POST /blogs/posts with automated metadata.
Use Buffer triggers to schedule blogs at optimal times using the Blogs API’s publish flow.
Populate slug fields from Buffer titles to improve search visibility via Blogs API.
Obtain API credentials for the Blogs API and connect Buffer to authorize requests.
Select endpoints such as POST /blogs/posts, PUT /blogs/posts/:postId, GET /blogs/authors to enable publishing and updates.
Run tests with sample posts, verify slugs and statuses, then go live.
The Blogs API integration connects Buffer to your blog publishing workflow, enabling you to push new content directly from Buffer into your blog. It streamlines posting and keeps your content consistent across platforms. You can leverage endpoints for creating posts, updating posts, and managing SEO-friendly slugs, with proper authentication and error handling to maintain quality and reliability.
Authenticate by providing your API credentials from the Blogs API into the Buffer integration settings. Use secure storage and scope permissions to limit access. Refresh tokens as needed and monitor for 401 errors to re-authenticate.
Recommended endpoints for publishing include POST /blogs/posts to create new posts and PUT /blogs/posts/:postId to update existing posts. You can also retrieve author and slug information using GET /blogs/authors and GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists to ensure consistency.
Yes. Buffer can schedule posts to publish at a future time by triggering the Blogs API publish flow according to your editorial calendar. Use Buffer scheduling to set the publish date/time, and the Blogs API will create or update posts accordingly.
To check slug existence, use GET /blogs/posts/url-slug-exists or use blogs/check-slug.readonly for a quick check. This helps prevent duplicate URLs and maintain clean SEO.
Yes. You can fetch authors and categories using GET /blogs/authors and GET /blogs/categories. This allows you to assign proper authors and categorize posts directly from Buffer.
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