Getting started with HeyOrca
What is HeyOrca and how does it help social media managers?
What is HeyOrca and how does it help social media managers?
HeyOrca is a social media management tool designed for teams and agencies. It helps you schedule content, get client approvals, track performance, and collaborate – all in one place.
What is a calendar and what does it include?
What is a calendar and what does it include?
A calendar refers to your HeyOrca dashboard, where you plan, organize, and schedule content. You can switch between multiple calendars via the main dashboard or the left-hand panel. Each calendar includes up to 10 social accounts and unlimited users.
What is reauthorization and why do I need to do it?
What is reauthorization and why do I need to do it?
Reauthorization is the process of re-pairing your social accounts with HeyOrca. Most platforms require this every 60–90 days due to permission changes, page size, or platform updates. The reauthorization dashboard makes it easy to see which accounts need re-pairing and reconnect them.
Does HeyOrca offer onboarding and training support?
Does HeyOrca offer onboarding and training support?
Yes! We provide guidance and training for teams migrating from tools like Hootsuite or Sprout.
Pricing & plans
How much does HeyOrca cost?
How much does HeyOrca cost?
Pricing depends on the plan. All calendars include unlimited users, and additional social accounts beyond 10 cost $10 each.
Does HeyOrca have bulk discounts?
Does HeyOrca have bulk discounts?
Yes! HeyOrca offers bulk discounts, which are applicable when you sign up for 5 or more calendars.
Do I have to pay annually?
Do I have to pay annually?
No, you can pay monthly. Annual plans save you 15%.
Does HeyOrca offer a free plan?
Does HeyOrca offer a free plan?
Yes! The Solo plan supports 1 user, 2 social profiles and the ability to schedule up to 15 posts per month.
Do non-profits receive a discount?
Do non-profits receive a discount?
Yes! 25% off monthly plans, or 40% off annually (25% non-profit + 15% annual discount). Documentation is required.
Can I upgrade or downgrade my plan at any time?
Can I upgrade or downgrade my plan at any time?
Absolutely. If you’re on a monthly subscription, any changes (like adding or removing a calendar) will be pro-rated and applied automatically. For biannual or annual subscriptions, changes will take effect at the start of your next billing period.
What is the cancellation policy?
What is the cancellation policy?
Monthly subscribers must cancel before the next payment date. Annual subscribers must cancel before renewal. Your Account Manager will notify you before your plan renews.
I have __ clients. How many calendars do I need?
I have __ clients. How many calendars do I need?
Most users have one calendar per client. You can schedule multiple clients in a single calendar, but clients may see each other’s content. Reach out to Customer Care if you need help planning.
Features & capabilities
Which social networks can I publish to?
Which social networks can I publish to?
Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Threads, YouTube, X (Twitter), Google Business Profile, Pinterest, and more via mobile app notifications.
Can I schedule social content across multiple platforms at once?
Can I schedule social content across multiple platforms at once?
Yes! Post to multiple social networks simultaneously and save time managing content.
Does HeyOrca provide reporting and analytics?
Does HeyOrca provide reporting and analytics?
Yes! All pro plans track:
Follower/community growth
Engagements
Impressions
Top posts (filterable by metrics)Competitor reports
Cross-channel reportingDate range comparisons
How does HeyOrca’s unlimited users feature work?
How does HeyOrca’s unlimited users feature work?
Every paid plan comes with unlimited users. Add team members and clients without worrying about extra fees or seat limits.
Which tools support both short-form video and static social posts?
Which tools support both short-form video and static social posts?
HeyOrca lets you schedule short-form videos alongside images and text posts across supported networks.
Client access & collaboration
How will my social clients access HeyOrca?
How will my social clients access HeyOrca?
It depends on the role you assign and what you choose to share. Learn more about External Roles to determine the best fit for your agency-client relationship.
Why didn’t my client receive an email invite?
Why didn’t my client receive an email invite?
External Stakeholders do not get email invites. If a client with a different role didn’t receive an invite, contact customercare@heyorca.com or use the in-app chat.
Why do I receive so many email notifications from HeyOrca?
Why do I receive so many email notifications from HeyOrca?
Notifications set to “Live” can fill your inbox. Try setting approvals and comments to “Daily” or “Hourly” while keeping @mentions on “Live” so you never miss important updates. Customize notification settings to suit your workflow.
Agency & team questions
What makes HeyOrca different from other social media management tools?
What makes HeyOrca different from other social media management tools?
We focus on client collaboration and simplicity. Manage all social accounts, get approvals, build communities, and enjoy unlimited users – all without complex setups.
How does HeyOrca compare to Hootsuite, Sprout Social, or Agorapulse?
How does HeyOrca compare to Hootsuite, Sprout Social, or Agorapulse?
HeyOrca combines scheduling, client approvals, and reporting in one platform, often at a lower cost and with a simpler interface designed for teams and agencies.
Which social media management platforms are built for agencies?
Which social media management platforms are built for agencies?
HeyOrca was designed for agencies needing client approvals, collaboration, and multi-account management.
Does HeyOrca offer competitor reporting like other tools?
Does HeyOrca offer competitor reporting like other tools?
Yes, track competitors, analyze engagement, and benchmark performance across channels.
What are the main benefits for in-house marketing teams vs agencies?
What are the main benefits for in-house marketing teams vs agencies?
In-house teams: Streamlined collaboration, easier scheduling, cross-channel reporting.
Agencies: Client approval workflows, multi-client calendars, unlimited users, and faster content turnaround.
What tools help track response time and engagement across social channels?
What tools help track response time and engagement across social channels?
HeyOrca provides reports on engagement, top posts, and community growth for all connected social networks.
Which tools offer unlimited media storage for social assets?
Which tools offer unlimited media storage for social assets?
HeyOrca allows unlimited storage for your media library, so you can easily access and reuse media across clients and campaigns.
Still can’t find what you’re looking for? Reach out to customercare@heyorca.com — we’re happy to help!
