{"id":6137062,"date":"2025-08-28T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/?p=6137062"},"modified":"2025-08-28T06:50:42","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T11:50:42","slug":"update-live-twitter-broadcast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/update-live-twitter-broadcast\/","title":{"rendered":"[NEW] Display Live Broadcasts to Your X (Twitter) Feeds to Boost Engagement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Imagine if your website could show what&#8217;s happening on X (Twitter) right now, not just what happened an hour ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When a major event, product launch, or Q&amp;A is happening live on X (Twitter), your site is left showing yesterday&#8217;s content.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The moment is happening right now, but your website is a step behind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, that changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We know how crucial it is to connect with your audience in real-time, especially during a big event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why we\u2019re excited to announce our latest update for Smash Balloon <strong>Twitter Feed Pro<\/strong>: your feeds will now display <strong>Live X Broadcasts<\/strong> as soon as an account in your feed goes live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your site can now become a real-time hub for all the action on X (Twitter), turning passive visitors into engaged fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"yt-iframe\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8DswyIJ6zhw?si=adzp4EON9lECuUEc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Easily Show Live X (Twitter) Broadcasts on Your Feeds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before this, Twitter Feed Pro already gave you the power to show profiles, hashtags, and lists from X (Twitter) on your website \u2013 all with just a few clicks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, we&#8217;re helping you bring real-time engagement to your site with support for one of the most engaging content types: <strong>Live X broadcasts.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think about it: live streams can hold viewers <strong>10 to 20 times<\/strong> longer than pre-recorded videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s because they create an authentic, in-the-moment connection. By bringing that live energy to your website, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Show unscripted, live content to add authenticity and help your audience connect with the real people behind your brand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Instead of sending visitors to another platform, you can boost site traffic and dwell time by displaying the live video directly on your website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can even showcase your expertise and build trust in your brand with the help of live webinars, workshops, and Q&amp;A sessions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simple Setup, Automatic Live Video<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With the help of Twitter Feed Pro, setting up Live X Broadcasts is incredibly simple, just like any other feed type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, open the <strong>Twitter Feed \u00bb All Feeds<\/strong> menu from your dashboard and click on <strong>Add New <\/strong>to create a feed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/add-new-twitter-feed.jpg\" alt=\"add a new twitter feed for wordpress\" class=\"wp-image-1254416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/add-new-twitter-feed.jpg 700w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/add-new-twitter-feed-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/add-new-twitter-feed-240x147.jpg 240w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/add-new-twitter-feed-382x234.jpg 382w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/add-new-twitter-feed-443x271.jpg 443w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After that, select the <strong>User Timeline <\/strong>as your feed type, then enter an X (Twitter) handle as the source.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"398\" src=\"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pick-an-account-for-your-live-twitter-feed.jpg\" alt=\"pick an account for your live twitter feed\" class=\"wp-image-6137188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pick-an-account-for-your-live-twitter-feed.jpg 700w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pick-an-account-for-your-live-twitter-feed-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pick-an-account-for-your-live-twitter-feed-240x136.jpg 240w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pick-an-account-for-your-live-twitter-feed-382x217.jpg 382w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/pick-an-account-for-your-live-twitter-feed-477x271.jpg 477w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like your usual Twitter feeds, you can now select a template and customize the feed using the live editor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019re happy with the design, click on <strong>Embed <\/strong>and add it to your page, sidebar, or the footer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"526\" src=\"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/start-embedding-your-twitter-profile.jpg\" alt=\"start embedding your twitter profile\" class=\"wp-image-6137218\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/start-embedding-your-twitter-profile.jpg 700w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/start-embedding-your-twitter-profile-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/start-embedding-your-twitter-profile-237x178.jpg 237w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/start-embedding-your-twitter-profile-620x466.jpg 620w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/start-embedding-your-twitter-profile-355x267.jpg 355w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/start-embedding-your-twitter-profile-361x271.jpg 361w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Easy so far, right? It gets even better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whenever your selected account goes live, the video will be automatically embedded on your website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"549\" src=\"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/example-of-twitter-feed-with-livestream-embedded-on-your-website.jpg\" alt=\"example of twitter feed with livestream embedded on your website\" class=\"wp-image-6137237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/example-of-twitter-feed-with-livestream-embedded-on-your-website.jpg 700w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/example-of-twitter-feed-with-livestream-embedded-on-your-website-300x235.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/example-of-twitter-feed-with-livestream-embedded-on-your-website-227x178.jpg 227w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/example-of-twitter-feed-with-livestream-embedded-on-your-website-594x466.jpg 594w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/example-of-twitter-feed-with-livestream-embedded-on-your-website-340x267.jpg 340w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/example-of-twitter-feed-with-livestream-embedded-on-your-website-346x271.jpg 346w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With just a click, your visitors can watch the live broadcast right on your website. Instead of sending people to X (Twitter), you can keep them engaged on your website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"551\" src=\"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/check-out-live-x-broadcast-directly-on-your-website.jpg\" alt=\"check out live x broadcast directly on your website\" class=\"wp-image-6137252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/check-out-live-x-broadcast-directly-on-your-website.jpg 700w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/check-out-live-x-broadcast-directly-on-your-website-300x236.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/check-out-live-x-broadcast-directly-on-your-website-226x178.jpg 226w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/check-out-live-x-broadcast-directly-on-your-website-592x466.jpg 592w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/check-out-live-x-broadcast-directly-on-your-website-339x267.jpg 339w, https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/check-out-live-x-broadcast-directly-on-your-website-344x271.jpg 344w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>And don&#8217;t worry about anyone missing out!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the broadcast ends, the replay is automatically saved and remains in your feed as a regular video post, so everyone can catch up whenever they want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Our New Update Can Benefit You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you&#8217;re an online business, you can promote your products and boost sales by showing product announcements, feature demonstrations, and sale announcements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For educators and creators, you can use live workshops and Q&amp;A sessions to connect with your audience and start building a stronger community.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To easily boost the reach of your event management business, you can show live keynote speeches, panel discussions, and conferences right on your landing page.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Want to generate leads as a professional consultant? You can demonstrate your expertise with webinars, Q&amp;As, and mini-workshops right on your website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And much more\u2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Boost Your Engagement \u2014 Schedule Live X Broadcasts Today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Already using Smash Balloon Twitter Feed Pro?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then you can simply head to your WordPress dashboard and update the plugin to the latest version. This will automatically enable the new live broadcast feature for your feeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thinking about getting started with the plugin? Now&#8217;s the perfect time to make the switch and turn your website into a real-time engagement hub.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/smashballoon.com\/pricing\/twitter-feed\/\">Get started with Twitter Feed Pro today<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, we\u2019d like to give a special thanks to everyone in our community. 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