Being a blogger can feel like a full-time job at times with having to keep up with social media posting, creating blog content, and taking photos. Having excellent time-management skills is important for consistent content creation. Still, also apps that allow you to be more efficient WILL simplify your life. Check out my favorite apps that allow my blog and social media platforms to run smoothly.

Hootsuite

Hootsuite is a social media management platform that allows you to post to Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube. This is the easiest way for me to schedule my Twitter and Facebook posts at the same time. The app is easy to use but even more convenient from your computer.

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Unfold

IG stories created within the Instagram app are great, but sometimes you really need to step it up for that paid campaign. This is your app! This app will give your IG stories a more polished look and add an edge to your storytelling.

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Canva 

I have used Canva in my personal life for everything from party invites to menus. Why not use it for IG static feed get your message across or to create eye-catching content on Pinterest.

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Planoly

It is crucial to automate as much as possible to avoid burn out as a blogger. I use Planoly to schedule my IG posts, create my captions, and insert my hashtags as well. The great thing about Planoly is you can also schedule your post for Pinterest as well. This app is the G.O.A.T because nothing is worse than attempting to post to IG at a particular time, and you lose cellular reception on the subway. ALL NYC BLOGGERS HAVE BEEN HERE! If you schedule to Planoly it will post at your preferred time and date regardless if you have reception or not.

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Milkshake

Want to make more an impact with your Instagram profile website link? Use the Milkshake app to share multiple links and get insights on what is viewed the most.

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Lightroom

Editing photos on the go have never been more simple with the Lightroom app!

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Website Hosting Apps

The moment you notice that typo in your new blog post can now be QUICKLY edited on the go!

Squarespace 

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Wordpress

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Wix

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Mailchimp

The Mailchimp app allows you to shoot an email to your subscribers on the go, organize your subscribers, and view analytics such as open and click rate.

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Google Notes

Google Notes have so many uses for me. Sometimes it is an excellent place for me to do brain dumps for a blog post, but more importantly, my favorite place to store my hashtags for IG. Google Notes is also accessible online, which is great for editing on your computer.

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Canon Camera Connect

Shooting photos and not having my laptop to upload sometimes puts a delay in getting my food photos off my DSLR. With the Canon Camera Connect, I am to take my pictures off my DSLR and onto my smartphone. Another great feature on the Canon Camera Connect app is "Live Remote Shooting". This is my ideal way to take pictures of myself and by myself with just a click of a button on your smartphone. See a test shot below. LOOK MA, NO HANDS!

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What is your favorite smartphone app related to blogging and social media management?

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