Every social platform sets a cap on how many posts an account can publish within a 24-hour window. RecurPost follows these limits, so posts go out safely without triggering restrictions.
These limits come from the platforms, not from RecurPost.
Flexible Post Limits in RecurPost
RecurPost now uses a combined post limit instead of separate limits.
What this means:
- One-off posts and scheduled posts share the same total limit
- There are no separate caps for each type
Example:
- Total limit = 10 posts
- 10 one-off posts → limit reached
- 4 scheduled + 6 one-off → limit reached
- 2 scheduled + 3 one-off → 5 posts still available
This removes unused slots and gives full control over how posts are used.
Platform-Wise Daily Limits
Each platform counts posts differently. These are the current limits:
| Platform | Daily Limit | What Counts | Notes |
| Facebook Pages | Up to 35 posts | All post types | Best reach is usually around 5/day |
| Instagram Business & Creator | 50 total | Posts, reels, stories, carousels | Each story slide counts separately |
| X (Twitter) | 100 posts | Tweets and thread parts | Each thread reply counts |
| LinkedIn Profiles & Pages | 50 posts | All content types | Fewer posts often perform better |
| 25 (verified), 5 (unverified) | Pins | Email verification unlocks higher limit | |
| TikTok | 25 posts | Videos | Same for all accounts |
| Google Business Profiles | 50 posts | Updates and offers | Each update counts |
| YouTube | 5 (unverified), unlimited (verified) | Feed & Shorts | Verification removes cap |
| Threads | 250 posts | Posts | — |
| Bluesky | 100 posts | Posts | — |
Note:
Limits run on a rolling 24-hour window.
If the cap is reached at 2 PM, it resets at 2 PM the next day.
Posting Limits vs Queue Limits
These two are different:
Posting limits
Number of posts that can go live in 24 hours on a platform
Queue limits
Number of posts that can be scheduled inside RecurPost
A full queue does not mean all posts will publish. Only posts within the daily cap will go live.
What Happens When the Limit Is Reached
- Extra posts stay in RecurPost
- Publishing pauses until the 24-hour window resets
- Once the limit clears, posting resumes automatically
Best Practices
- Post less than the maximum for better reach
- Verify accounts to unlock higher limits
- Spread posts across the day instead of posting in bursts
FAQs on Daily Posting Limits
1. What happens if the limit is exceeded?
Posts stay queued and are published later when the limit resets.
2. Do drafts or scheduled posts count?
Only posts that are published count toward the limit.
3. Do deleted posts count?
Yes. Once published, they count even if deleted later.
4. Do edits count as new posts?
No. Editing does not affect the limit.
5. Do recycled posts count?
Yes. Repeated posts are treated as new posts by platforms.
6. Are limits shared across accounts?
No. Each account has its own limit.
7. Does scheduling in advance affect limits?
No. Limits apply only at the time of publishing.
8. What happens if more posts are scheduled than allowed?
Posts are published in order until the limit is reached. The rest wait.
9. Can platform limits change?
Yes. Platforms update limits without notice. RecurPost adjusts accordingly.
10. Why do platforms have limits?
To reduce spam and keep feeds balanced.
11. Does posting near the limit affect reach?
Yes. High volume can reduce engagement.
12. What is a verified account?
A verified account has confirmed identity through email, phone, or documents.
Examples:
- Pinterest: 25 pins/day (verified) vs 5 (unverified)
- YouTube: Unlimited posts after verification
Verification increases trust and reduces posting restrictions.
Why This Update Matters
- No unused post slots
- More control over posting mix
- Clear and simple limit tracking