How to Use the Hubspot Social Chrome Extension
The Hubspot social Chrome extension lets you share web pages, blog posts, and images to your connected social accounts without leaving your browser. This guide walks you through installation, setup, and everyday use so you can publish content faster and stay consistent on social media.
What the Hubspot Social Chrome Extension Does
The extension connects your Chrome browser to your Hubspot social tools so you can create social posts directly from any page you visit.
With the social extension, you can:
- Share any page to your social accounts in a few clicks
- Post images you find online directly to your networks
- Customize post text, networks, and schedule before publishing
- Keep your social activity tied back to your Hubspot account
This is especially useful for social media managers, content creators, and marketers who curate content across multiple sites every day.
Requirements for Using the Hubspot Social Extension
Before installing, confirm you meet these basic requirements.
Browser and account access
- Google Chrome browser installed on your device
- Access to a Hubspot account with social publishing permissions
- At least one social account connected to your Hubspot social tools (such as Facebook, LinkedIn, or X)
If you do not have social publishing permissions, ask your account administrator to review your user role in your Hubspot settings.
How to Install the Hubspot Social Chrome Extension
Follow these steps to add the extension to your Chrome browser.
- Open the Chrome Web Store.
In Chrome, go to the Chrome Web Store and search for the Hubspot social Chrome extension.
- Select the official extension.
Click the listing for the Hubspot social extension to open its details page.
- Click “Add to Chrome.”
In the top right of the extension page, select Add to Chrome. Confirm the permissions prompt if one appears.
- Pin the extension (optional).
After installation, click the puzzle icon in the Chrome toolbar, then select the pin icon next to the Hubspot social extension so it is always visible.
When the extension is installed, you will see the Hubspot icon in your Chrome toolbar.
How to Connect the Extension to Your Hubspot Account
After installing, you must connect the extension to your Hubspot portal so it can access your social tools.
- Click the Hubspot extension icon.
In the Chrome toolbar, click the extension icon to open the connection window.
- Log in to your account.
If prompted, sign in with your Hubspot credentials using your normal login method.
- Choose the correct portal.
If you have access to more than one Hubspot account, select the portal you want to use for social publishing.
- Authorize access.
Confirm the access request so the extension can use your connected social accounts and posting tools.
Once connected, the extension will use the same social networks and publishing options configured inside your Hubspot portal.
How to Share a Web Page with the Hubspot Extension
Use the extension to quickly create a social post from any article, landing page, or resource you are viewing.
Step-by-step social sharing
- Navigate to the page you want to share.
Open any public URL in Chrome that you want to post to your social channels.
- Click the Hubspot social icon.
In the toolbar, click the extension icon to open the social publishing window.
- Review the auto-filled link and title.
The extension automatically pulls in the page URL and may include the page title or metadata, depending on the site.
- Select your social networks.
Choose one or more connected accounts (for example, your company LinkedIn page, Facebook page, or X profile) from the list.
- Customize your post text.
Write or edit the copy that will appear with the link. You can tailor the message for your audience while still posting through Hubspot.
- Choose publish timing.
Depending on your plan and settings, you can:
- Publish immediately
- Schedule for a specific date and time
- Add to a queued time slot in your Hubspot social schedule
- Click to schedule or publish.
When you are satisfied, confirm the post. The extension submits it to your Hubspot social tools for publishing.
Your post will appear in your social publishing calendar inside your Hubspot account, where you can track performance later.
How to Share Images Using the Hubspot Social Extension
The extension can also post images directly from web pages, which is useful for visual content you discover while browsing.
Share an image directly
- Right-click the image.
On any page, right-click the image you want to post.
- Choose the Hubspot sharing option.
From the context menu, select the Hubspot social sharing option. This opens the extension with the image attached to the post.
- Select networks and write copy.
Pick the social accounts you want to post to and add your caption or commentary.
- Set the publish time.
Just like link sharing, you can publish now or schedule through your Hubspot social schedule.
- Confirm the post.
Click to publish or schedule. The image post is then managed and tracked in your Hubspot social tools.
Best Practices for Using the Hubspot Social Chrome Extension
To get the most value from the extension, align your usage with your social media strategy and your Hubspot reporting.
- Maintain a content mix. Share both your own content and curated resources from trusted sites to keep your feed balanced.
- Check link previews. Before confirming, review how the link looks in the preview to ensure images and titles appear correctly.
- Use consistent UTM parameters. Configure your tracking settings in your Hubspot account so all posts created via the extension follow your analytics standards.
- Coordinate with your calendar. After sharing from the extension, review your Hubspot social calendar to make sure timing aligns with campaigns and promotions.
Troubleshooting the Hubspot Social Extension
If the extension does not behave as expected, review these quick checks before contacting support.
Common issues and quick fixes
- Extension icon not visible: Open the Chrome extensions menu and pin the Hubspot extension again.
- Cannot log in: Confirm you can sign in to your Hubspot account in another tab, then retry the extension.
- No social accounts listed: Make sure your social profiles are connected in your Hubspot social settings and that your user has publishing permissions.
- Errors when posting: Refresh the page, reopen the extension, and confirm the social account you selected is still connected and active.
For more in-depth technical steps or updates, refer to the official Hubspot documentation for the social Chrome extension at this support article.
Next Steps for Your Hubspot Social Strategy
Once you are comfortable with the extension, expand your use of Hubspot social tools to plan campaigns, monitor performance, and refine your content mix.
To improve your broader digital strategy around CRM, automation, and content, you can also explore expert resources such as Consultevo for strategic guidance that complements your Hubspot setup.
By combining the convenience of the Hubspot social Chrome extension with clear workflows and analytics, you can create an efficient, consistent social publishing process for your entire team.
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