Switch from Buffer, Later, or Hootsuite without rebuilding your queue.
We accept exports from Buffer, Hootsuite, Later, Metricool, SocialBu, Sprout Social, Planable, Sendible - or any CSV/spreadsheet. We help clean it, map it, and bring it into AckPost so your team can publish with approvals and proof from day one.
No credit card required. No paid plan needed. Most migrations can be reviewed in under 15 minutes.
Migration preview
Buffer queue import
Default safety mode
Imported posts are saved as drafts first unless you choose otherwise.
Migration trust
Built for teams that cannot afford a messy switch.
“The preview-first workflow is exactly what multi-brand teams need before trusting a new queue.”
“Draft-first import makes migration feel calm instead of risky. You can review before the calendar changes.”
“The best part is seeing mapping problems before content reaches the publish queue.”
Supported sources
Early user guarantee
The first 100 migrations get a free setup call.
Book a free 15-minute migration setup call. We will jump on a call and help you migrate your first export, catch obvious issues, and make sure your team is confident before anything goes live.
Book free setup callTypical small queue review
Nothing publishes by accident
Early teams get help migrating
Book a setup call
Pick a migration slot that works for you.
Use the calendar to request a free AckPost migration setup call. We will help you review your export, map the right brands and destinations, and keep the first import draft-first until you are comfortable.
Send your export
Upload or email the CSV you already have. If you are not sure where to find it, we send the exact export steps for your current tool.
We map the fields
AckPost checks captions, dates, destinations, approval status, media links, and platform rules before anything enters your queue.
You review the preview
You see what will be imported, what needs attention, and what should stay as draft first. Nothing goes live without your review.
Your queue is ready
Approved content moves into AckPost with brand, destination, schedule, and proof context ready for your team.
Why AckPost migration is different
A safer switch than blind CSV import.
| Migration detail | Typical import | AckPost migration |
|---|---|---|
| Blind CSV dump | Common | No - preview and validation first |
| Field validation | Limited | Dates, media, platform limits, and status checks |
| Brand mapping | Manual | Mapped to brands, clients, or locations |
| Approval workflow | Usually separate | Built into the imported queue |
| Safety mode | Varies | Draft-first by default |
| Guided setup | Rare | Free migration setup call for early teams |
Why this works
Migration is not just data transfer. It is your first proof workflow.
AckPost does not treat imports like a blind spreadsheet dump. The import preview shows what can publish safely, what needs a media fix, which destinations are missing, and where approval should happen before anything goes live.
Launch guarantee
We help your first queue land cleanly.
For early teams, we will walk through the first import with you and help catch obvious mapping, schedule, and media issues before your team starts relying on the queue.
Book free setup callAfter migration
Your imported queue becomes a working approval system.
The point is not just moving rows from one place to another. Once your queue is in AckPost, your team can review, schedule, publish, track provider health, and keep proof of what happened.
Built for real operators
Agencies
Move client queues without rebuilding every post by hand.
Franchises
Bring locations into one workspace without losing local context.
Schools
Keep approvals, campuses, and social destinations separated.
Creators
Turn an existing calendar into a clean AckPost queue.
Migration FAQ
Questions teams ask before switching.
How long does migration take?
Most small imports can be reviewed in under 15 minutes. Larger multi-brand queues may take longer, but your content stays in draft until you approve it.
Can you help me migrate on a call?
Yes. Book a free 15-minute migration call and we will help you review your export, choose the right mapping, and complete the first import together.
Do I need to cancel my old scheduler first?
No. Keep your old tool active until your AckPost queue looks right. Migration should reduce risk, not create a publishing gap.
Will media files transfer too?
Public media URLs can be attached and checked. If a media link is broken or private, AckPost flags it so you can re-upload before scheduling.
What happens if some posts fail to import?
AckPost imports the clean rows, keeps problem rows visible, and shows what needs fixing. A partial import should never block the entire queue.
Can I migrate from more than one tool?
Yes. You can import multiple CSVs and map them into the right brands or destinations during review.
Is my data secure during migration?
Your export is used only to complete the migration workflow. We recommend removing unrelated columns before upload, and imported content remains under your workspace controls.
Do already-published posts come over?
They can be imported as historical context when your export includes them, but the main focus is scheduled, draft, and reusable content.
Can I undo the migration?
Yes. Start with draft-first mode, review the preview, and delete imported drafts if the result is not what you want.
What if I get stuck?
Reply to any migration email and we will help you through it. Early teams can also request a free 15-minute setup call.