You can now view and use Content IDs in Catholic Social Media. Each published post has both a Post ID (your unique version of the post) and a Content ID (the shared identifier for the overall piece of content). This helps parishes, schools, and dioceses track and reference posts more clearly.
Where to Find Content IDs
- Go to the Calendar View.
- Click on any published post.
- You will see both a Post ID and a Content ID displayed.
How IDs Work
- Post ID: This is your parish’s or organization’s unique version of a post.
- Content ID: This is the identifier for the overall piece of content, even if multiple parishes or schools publish variations of it.
- If another parish tweaks the copy but uses the same content, it will still share the same Content ID, while your version has its own Post ID.
Why Content IDs Matter
- Makes it easier to reference specific posts when contacting support.
- Helps clarify which version of a post you are working with.
- Provides a way to track shared content across parishes, schools, and dioceses.
Best Practices
- Note the Content ID when submitting support requests for faster assistance.
- Use Post IDs internally if you need to distinguish between multiple versions of the same content.
- Keep a record of Content IDs for important campaigns (such as appeals) to simplify follow-up or reporting.