The 10-Minute Self-Search
Search your own posts for what a social media check looks for, while your exports are on the way. Exports can take hours, or up to 30 days for Reddit. You can still check the obvious things today. Type your usernames and we build the searches. The links open on X and Reddit, and your usernames stay in your browser.
What search can’t see
Search only finds the words you think of. It can’t see:
- Likes. Facebook keeps the names of Pages you liked. Instagram keeps captions of posts you liked.
- Misspellings, slang and sarcasm.
- Comments you left on other people’s posts.
- Anything older than the platform’s search reaches.
Your export holds all of it. When it arrives, the free preview rates 50 items and the Seven-Year Report reads up to 5,000. You can also buy now and upload exports as they arrive.
Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn
These don’t let you search your own history well. Spend two minutes scrolling each list instead.
- Facebook. Open your Activity log, filter to your comments, then your posts. How to find old Facebook posts.
- Instagram. Open Your activity, then Comments, and sort oldest first. Your likes are there too. How to remove likes on Instagram.
- LinkedIn. Open your profile, then Activity, then Comments.
What each search looks for
Mild starter terms for the seven categories in our published methodology. They catch the obvious things, not everything.
Haven’t requested your exports yet?
The export checklist has the steps for all nine platforms. Request them now, then set one reminder below so you know when to come back.
I have my export, start the free preview
Questions
Does PruneSocial see my usernames or results?
No. The links are built in your browser and open X or Reddit directly. Your usernames, the words you add and anything you find never reach PruneSocial.
Is this as thorough as a report?
No. Search only finds the words you think of, on the platforms that let you search your own history. It misses likes, slang, sarcasm and comments you left on other people's posts. Your data export holds all of that.
Why search before my export arrives?
Exports take from a few minutes to 30 days. This lets you check and fix the obvious things today, then run the free preview when the file lands.
A search can miss things or turn up items that are fine. It doesn’t predict any employer’s decision. For career centers: share this page with students for free, no signup. More for career centers.