Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is an RSS Feed?
RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication. RSS News feeds allow you to see when websites have added new content without having to visit the websites you have taken the feed from. You can get the latest news in one place, as soon as it's published.
How do I use an RSS feed?
To use an RSS feed, you first need a news reader app (also called an RSS reader). Once you have one, just copy the RSS link (URL) and paste it into the app. Right-click on the RSS link (e.g., “RSS Feed Astronomy”). Select “Copy link address” (Chrome) or “Copy link location” (Firefox).
News updates from that feed should start showing in the RSS reader whenever they’re published.
There are a few easy ways to start using RSS feeds, depending on how you prefer to read the news:
- Modern web browsers: Some browsers (like Firefox) support RSS directly or through extensions. You can install an RSS add-on, then click on an RSS link to view or subscribe to a feed within the browser itself.
- Web-based news readers: These are apps you use in your browser, like Feedly or Inoreader. Just copy the RSS link you want and paste it into your reader—updates will then appear automatically whenever there’s new content.
- Desktop news readers: If you prefer using a dedicated app on your computer, there are desktop programs like RSS Owl, QuiteRSS, or NetNewsWire (Mac). These work similarly—add the RSS link, and the app will pull in updates for you.
Can I use the feed on my website?
Yes!
- Display Content via an RSS Widget or Plugin:If your website is built with platforms like WordPress, Wix, or Joomla, you can use RSS feed plugins or widgets to display Time and Date’s feed. The feed content (titles, summaries, links) will auto-update as new articles are published.
- Server-Side Integration (for Developers):You can fetch the RSS feed using backend languages (like PHP, Python, or Node.js) and parse it using an XML parser to display on your site in a custom format.
- Static HTML Embeds:Some web services (like FeedWind, RSSinclude, or RSS.app) let you generate embeddable HTML blocks from RSS feeds—no coding needed.
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