What is an RSS channel and why do you need it?
Have you ever thought how to quickly and immediately get all the updates from your chosen websites without checking each one manually? This is where an RSS feed comes to the rescue. It’s a useful data format that allows you to get current articles, posts, news, and other content in a organized form directly to your device. For more information:
check on the portal Activerefresh . Imagine having one feed where all the important content from your important sources is gathered. Sounds cool, right?
How does it work?
RSS (Really Simple Syndication) is a method that allows you to independently receive updates from websites and blogs that you browse. RSS feeds work like a specific subscription. You subscribe to interesting content and get it directly into your program for reading RSS feeds – also known as an RSS aggregator.
What programs do you need to view RSS feeds?
To start leveraging RSS feeds, you need to choose and install an RSS aggregator. Here are a few widely used options:
Feedly – one of the most widely used RSS readers with a easy-to-use interface and support for many devices. It allows you to conveniently organize your subscriptions.
Inoreader – another functional tool for reading RSS feeds, offering multiple features for advanced users, such as categories and organization.
The Old Reader – a reader that resembles the old version of Google Reader. It’s suited for those who like simplicity and minimalism.
Netvibes – this platform provides you to create a personalized homepage with RSS streams, widgets, and other modules.
Additionally, there are smartphone apps for reading RSS feeds, such as Reeder for iOS or gReader for Android.
How to set up an RSS feed?
Setting up an RSS feed is very simple:
Choose an RSS reader that fits your needs in terms of interface.
Add feeds: find the RSS button on the website (it’s us