Buffer Blog

• 13 Trending Sounds on Instagram in March 2026 (+ How to Use Them)

  Stop chasing the tail-end of Instagram audio trends — here are the latest trending songs on Instagram in March 2026.

• The State of Social Media Engagement in 2026: 52M+ Posts Analyzed

  We analyzed over 52 million posts across 10 platforms to discover the state of social media engagement in 2026. Here's how the data shapes up.

• The Best Time to Post on LinkedIn in 2026: 4.8 Million Posts Analyzed

  We analyzed over 4.8 million posts sent through Buffer to pinpoint the best time and day to post on LinkedIn for maximum engagement.

• The 11 Best Social Media Management Tools in 2026 — Tried + Tested

  Social media management tools can help take the admin of social media off your plate — so you can focus on the fun stuff. Here’s a list of the 11 best tools available right now.

• Your Social Data Should Work for You. This Is How We're Getting There.

  Learn how Buffer's new Smart Scheduling feature uses platform-specific insights to recommend optimal posting times and why it's just the start of a more insights-driven social media experience.