How do I use the RSS feed to auto-post Notes to my website?

To keep it simple, an RSS feed is a way for different online programs to share information with each other. Within Flocknote, each group has its own RSS feed that you connect to the back end of your official church website (or any website you manage); this means that anytime you send a message to that group, it will auto-post those messages to your website. 

While the RSS feed feature cannot be used on closed or hidden groups, you might consider using it for open groups like your Weekly Bulletin group, for example, or the "Everyone" group, which includes general communication that you want everyone to see. 

Finding Your RSS Feed Link

To find your RSS Feed link, select your group and click on the grey cogwheel at the top right of the page. This will open a list of settings you can adjust. Select Social & Sharing:

After selecting Social & Sharing, you'll see a menu with the RSS Feed link at the bottom. Click the Copy icon to copy the link:

Give this link to the IT person at your church or the person who manages your website. 

If you manage the website yourself, your site might already have an easy-to-use module that allows you to copy and paste this link into it and converts it for you. Each website builder is different, so we recommend contacting them directly or even giving it a quick internet search (example = "RSS feed with WordPress" or "RSS feed with Wix").

Examples

Here's a peek at two sample RSS Feeds displaying recently sent notes, each formatted to match the styles of their churches' websites.

Have any additional questions or need help? Feel free to email us at help@flocknote.com.