So, you’re scrolling through Tumblr, having a grand ol’ time, and then – *poof!* – you realize you want to find that one post you’re following. Or maybe you’re wondering, “How do I even check posts I’m following?” Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. Tumblr has a few tricks up its sleeve, and we’re about to teach you how to find followed posts like a Tumblr ninja.
TL;DR:
- There’s no single “Followed Posts” button, but posts from blogs you follow appear in your Dashboard.
- You can follow a specific post’s reblogs and notes through tracking or notifications.
- You can also “like” or “reblog” a post to keep track of it in your account.
Wait, What Are Followed Posts?
On Tumblr, you don’t really “follow” a post the way you might on Reddit or Facebook. Instead, you follow blogs. Their new posts show up in your Dashboard. But sometimes you see a cool post and think, “I wanna keep an eye on this.”
Good news! Tumblr offers a few ways to stay updated on posts you enjoy, even if it’s not super obvious at first glance.
Option 1: Let Tumblr Do Its Thing – Use Your Dashboard
When you follow a blog, all their new posts (including updates or reblogs of older posts) appear in your Dashboard. Easy, right?
Here’s how to keep up:
- Open Tumblr either on your browser or through the app.
- Go to your Dashboard (it’s your Tumblr home screen).
- Scroll to see recent posts from blogs you follow – that’s your feed.
This is great for staying up to date with blogs, but what about a specific post? Well, buckle up.
Option 2: Like It So You Don’t Lose It
The simplest trick? Just like the post.
To like a post:
- Click the heart icon at the bottom of the post.
- It turns pink – boom, you liked it.
Now it’s saved! You can find all your liked posts by clicking on your account icon > Likes. This is a perfect way to find that hilarious meme or thought-provoking text post later.
Option 3: Reblog – Your Own Personal Bookmark
If a post is too good not to share, reblog it. Not only does this put it on your own blog for your followers, but it also helps you keep it safe.
To reblog a post:
- Click the reblog icon (two arrows in a loop).
- Add a comment or tag if you want, then hit Reblog.
You can always go to your blog and find the reblogged post anytime you want. Tip: You can even reblog to a side blog if you use one as an archive.
Option 4: Turn On Post Notifications
This one’s a bit indirect, but super useful. If you love a blog’s content and want to know the second they post something, you can turn on notifications.
Here’s how:
- Go to the blog you want to follow closely.
- Click the person icon or tap the three dots on mobile.
- Select “Get Notifications” or “Enable Notifications”.
This won’t alert you to every reblog of a specific post, but it’s helpful if a blog does frequent updates on a post or topic you care about.
Option 5: Dig Through Notes
Here’s where Tumblr gets a little wild. If a post is super popular, it might be flying through the reblog cosmos. Want to follow the trail?
You can click on a post’s Notes section. There you’ll see:
- Who liked it
- Who reblogged it
- What they said or tagged
Click on a username to hop over to their reblog. This helps trace how conversations around a post evolve. It’s like archaeology, but with memes and opinions.
Option 6: Use Tags to Your Advantage
Some Tumblr users are tagging wizards. If you’re following a particular post or topic that uses a known tag, you can search or track that tag.
Here’s how to track a tag:
- In the Tumblr search bar, type your tag – for example, #cozycore.
- Press Enter.
- At the top of the page, you’ll see a little “Follow” button next to the tag.
- Click it. Now you can keep an eye on all posts using that tag.
This won’t track a single post but is amazing for keeping up with themes or trending vibes you love.
Pro-tip: Make a Private “Catch-All” Blog
Want an ultra-organized way to keep track of your favorite posts and conversations? Make a side blog just for saving posts. Keep it private, and reblog everything you want to track there. Instant post vault!
How to make a side blog:
- Click your account icon.
- Select “+ New Blog”.
- Name it, set the settings to Private, and boom – your secret Tumblr lair is ready.
Can You Follow Reblog Chains?
Some long posts get reblogged with updates – think fanfiction, artist work-in-progress logs, or memes with added chaos. To stay updated, you can:
- Follow the original poster
- Click into the Notes frequently to check for additions
- Use the “Reblog to your private blog” trick
Tumblr doesn’t have a perfect system for this, but these methods work well enough to stay looped in.
And Remember… Tumblr Isn’t Always Linear
Tumblr is more like a galaxy than a timeline. Posts don’t always rise to the top again when updated. That’s why it helps to manually track the ones you love.
With time, you’ll find a system that works for you. Screenshot it! Save links! Use bookmarks! Be creative.
Time to Tumble!
Now that you know how to see and follow posts on Tumblr, you’re ready to dive back in. Whether you’re reblogging, liking, tagging, or using a secret stash blog, you’ve got everything you need to outsmart the feed.
So go ahead – follow those posts like a Tumblr wizard! 🧙♂️✨