Donna Creative | How to run a simple social media audit

If your social media feels like it’s ticking along without real direction - or if you’re wondering whether your efforts are actually paying off - it might be time for a social media audit.

Don’t worry, it’s not as scary as it sounds. Think of it as a health check for your online presence: a chance to see what’s working, what’s not, and where you can make the biggest impact. You don’t need fancy tools or a marketing degree - just a clear process and a bit of time.

Here’s my step-by-step guide to running a simple social media audit that anyone can follow.

1. List your active accounts

Start by writing down every social media account you have, even the ones you haven’t touched in months.

Include: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), TikTok, YouTube, Pinterest - whatever applies.
Why it matters: Dormant or forgotten accounts can hurt your brand image and confuse your audience.

Tip: If you find unused accounts, either bring them up to date or close them.

2. Review your profile details

Check that every account has:

Your correct business name.
A consistent logo or profile photo.
Up-to-date bio/about section.
Working website link.

Why it matters: Consistency builds trust, and a complete profile makes it easier for people to find and follow you.

3. Look at your branding

Ask yourself:

Do my images, colours, and tone of voice match across platforms?
Does my content reflect my brand’s personality?

Why it matters: People should recognise your brand instantly, no matter where they see you.

4. Check your content performance

Dive into your platform analytics (Facebook Insights, Instagram Analytics, LinkedIn Page Analytics, etc.) and look for:

Which posts get the most likes, comments, and shares.
Which posts drive clicks to your website.
Posting times and days that work best.

Why it matters: This helps you focus on what’s engaging your audience, instead of guessing.

5. Assess your audience

Look at your follower demographics:

Age, location, and interests.
Are you attracting the people you want to reach?

Why it matters: If your audience doesn’t match your target customers, your strategy needs adjusting.

6. Review your engagement

Engagement isn’t just likes - it’s how you interact.

Are you responding to comments and messages quickly?
Are you starting conversations, not just posting updates?

Why it matters: Social media is a two-way street; engagement builds relationships.

7. Identify gaps and opportunities

Based on what you’ve found, ask:

What should I do more of?
What should I stop doing?
Is there a new content type or platform worth testing?

8. Make a simple action plan

Your audit is only useful if it leads to action.

Pick three to five things to improve over the next month.
Track your progress and repeat the audit every six–12 months.

Final thoughts

A social media audit doesn’t have to be complicated - just consistent. By taking the time to review your accounts, you’ll make smarter decisions, save time, and create content that works harder for your business.

If you’d like a more detailed, personalised audit, I offer social media review and brand refresh packages to give you clear, actionable recommendations for your brand.

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