Summary
This video shows how to replace a paid social media scheduler such as Hootsuite, which costs $99 per month per user, with Postiz, a free open-source alternative that can be self-hosted. Postiz supports more than 30 networks and includes a calendar, analytics, built-in AI features, a full API and an MCP server.
The creator deploys Postiz on a Hostinger VPS using a one-click installer, at under $8 per month on a long-term plan, so scheduled posts go out even when a laptop is closed. The video then covers connecting each network. LinkedIn API approval took about six minutes, and LinkedIn carousels can be built by dropping in images. One Meta app covers Instagram, Facebook and Threads and must be published out of development mode for posts to be visible. X requires a developer account with read and write access and is pay-as-you-go. TikTok requires domain verification and a review that can take a week or two.
The most notable part is the automation layer. AI agents handle tasks such as creating the Meta app through computer use, entering API keys, clipping recent videos, finding the best moments and filling a month-long content calendar from a single sentence. The video also explains the tradeoff with Postiz Cloud, which charges $29 to $99 per month for pre-approved network apps.
📺 Source: Creator Magic · Published November 13, 2026
🏷️ Format: Hands On Build
