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CrowdTangle

Paid

Monitor content, track competitors, measure campaign reach.

Type
Saas
Founded
2011

About CrowdTangle

CrowdTangle is a powerful tool that helps you stay on top of the latest news and trends in social media. With CrowdTangle, you can monitor the performance of your content across multiple social networks, track the performance of competitors, and measure the reach of your campaigns. CrowdTangle gives you real-time insights into which news stories and topics are trending, helping you identify new opportunities and capitalize on existing ones. You can use CrowdTangle to compare your performance to competitors, track the reach of your posts, and get detailed analytics on engagement. And with its intuitive dashboard, you can quickly and easily see what’s happening on social media. CrowdTangle is an ideal solution for businesses looking to optimize their social media presence and make the most of their content. With its comprehensive reporting and analytics, you can measure the performance of your campaigns, track the reach of your content, and gauge the effectiveness of your efforts.

Key Features

Monitor content performance across multiple networks.
Track competitor performance.
Measure reach of campaigns.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Free for eligible publishers, journalists, and researchers.
  • Comprehensive coverage of public content on Facebook, Instagram, and Reddit.
  • Real-time data with robust historical search capabilities.
  • Owned by Meta provides reliability and integration with Facebook products.
  • Powerful alerting and automated email digests.
Cons
  • Restricted access requires approval and qualification as a publisher or partner.
  • Limited to Facebook, Instagram, and Reddit (no Twitter/X, TikTok, or LinkedIn).
  • No native support for YouTube or other video platforms.
  • Data can be overwhelming without proper filtering and list organization.

Best For

Monitor content performance across multiple networks.Track competitor performance.Measure reach of campaigns.

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FAQ

Is CrowdTangle free to use?
Yes, CrowdTangle is free for eligible users, including news organizations, journalists, fact-checkers, and academic researchers. Access is granted after applying and meeting the eligibility criteria.
What social media platforms does CrowdTangle monitor?
CrowdTangle monitors public content from Facebook, Instagram, and Reddit. It does not currently cover Twitter, TikTok, LinkedIn, or YouTube.
How can I get access to CrowdTangle?
You can apply for access through the CrowdTangle website. The approval process typically requires you to be associated with a news organization, media outlet, or research institution.