RSS Feed
Import content from any RSS or Atom feed into your AI SmartTalk knowledge base. Keep your AI updated with the latest articles, news, and blog posts automatically.
Overview
The RSS Feed integration enables you to:
- Import articles from any valid RSS/Atom feed
- Add content with a single click
- Keep AI current with fresh content from blogs and news
- Multiple feeds — connect as many as you need
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure you have:
- An active AI SmartTalk account
- A valid RSS or Atom feed URL
- Feed must be publicly accessible
Finding Your RSS Feed URL
Most blogs and news sites offer RSS feeds. Common locations:
| Platform | Feed URL Pattern |
|---|---|
| WordPress | https://yoursite.com/feed/ |
| Medium | https://medium.com/feed/@username |
| Substack | https://yoursubstack.substack.com/feed |
| Ghost | https://yoursite.com/rss/ |
| Generic | Look for 🔶 RSS icon or /rss, /feed paths |
Step-by-Step Setup
Step 1: Add the RSS Feed Integration
- Log into your AI SmartTalk account
- Navigate to Settings → Integrations
- Find RSS Feed and click Add Feed
- Enter your feed URL
- Click Validate
Step 2: Configure Import Settings
After validation, you'll see feed details:
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Feed title | Auto-detected from feed |
| Item count | Number of articles available |
| Import limit | How many items to import (all or recent N) |
Step 3: Import Articles
- Review the list of available articles
- Click Import to add them to your knowledge base
- Articles are processed and made available to your AI
Step 4: Verify the Import
- Go to Knowledge in AI SmartTalk
- Your articles appear with the RSS feed icon
- Test your AI by asking about imported content
What Gets Imported
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Title | Article headline |
| Content | Full article text (if available in feed) |
| Description | Article summary/excerpt |
| Link | Original article URL |
| Published date | When article was published |
| Author | Article author (if available) |
Content Quality
RSS feeds vary in how much content they include:
| Feed Type | What You Get |
|---|---|
| Full content | Complete article text ✅ |
| Summary only | Excerpt + link to full article |
| Title only | Just headlines (limited use) |
Tip: Full-content feeds work best for AI training. Some sites offer both summary and full feeds.
Import Behavior
On-Click Import
Each time you click Import:
- AI SmartTalk fetches the current feed
- New articles are added to your knowledge base
- Existing articles are skipped (no duplicates)
Adding New Articles Over Time
As the blog/news source publishes new content:
- Return to Settings → Integrations → RSS Feed
- Click Import again
- Only new articles since last import are added
Scheduling with SmartFlow
To automatically import new articles:
Workflow: RSS Auto-Import
Trigger: Scheduled (Daily at 6:00 AM)
Actions:
- Sync Connector:
Type: RSS Feed
Feed: https://blog.example.com/feed/
Multiple Feeds
You can add multiple RSS feeds to diversify your AI's knowledge:
- Click Add Feed for each source
- Each feed is tracked separately
- Import from each as needed
Use Cases for Multiple Feeds
- Company blog + Industry news + Competitor blogs
- Product updates + Support articles + Community content
- Multiple language versions of the same blog
Use Cases
Company Blog
Import your own blog to answer:
- "What's our latest blog post about?"
- "Summarize our article on [topic]"
- "What have we written about AI?"
Industry News
Stay current with industry developments:
- "What's the latest news in [industry]?"
- "Any recent articles about [trend]?"
- "Summarize today's tech news"
Competitor Intelligence
(Use responsibly and ethically)
- "What topics are competitors writing about?"
- "How does our approach compare to [competitor]'s article?"
Customer Education
Import educational content for support:
- "How do I get started with [topic]?"
- "Explain [concept] based on our guides"
Troubleshooting
Feed Validation Issues
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| "Invalid feed URL" | Check URL loads in browser |
| "Not a valid RSS/Atom feed" | Verify it's RSS/Atom XML, not HTML |
| "Feed not accessible" | Ensure feed is public, not behind auth |
| "No items found" | Feed may be empty or malformed |
Import Issues
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| "Already imported" | Articles were previously imported |
| "Content too short" | Feed only has summaries, not full content |
| Import fails | Check network connectivity, try again |
Content Quality
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| AI gives incomplete answers | Feed may only include excerpts |
| Missing recent articles | Click Import to fetch latest |
| Duplicate content | Check if same article exists in multiple feeds |
Managing RSS Feeds
| Action | How |
|---|---|
| Add another feed | Click Add Feed |
| Remove a feed | Click ❌ next to the feed |
| Re-import | Click Import on existing feed |
| Clear imported content | Delete from Knowledge Base |
Best Practices
- Choose full-content feeds when available
- Import regularly to keep AI current
- Curate sources — quality over quantity
- Remove outdated content periodically
- Combine with other integrations for comprehensive knowledge
RSS Feed Discovery Tips
Find Hidden Feeds
If a site doesn't advertise RSS:
- Try common paths:
/feed/,/rss/,/atom.xml,/feed.xml - View page source: Search for
application/rss+xml - Use RSS discovery tools: Feedly, Feedbin can often find feeds
- Check footer: Many sites link to RSS at the bottom
Create Feeds from Non-RSS Sources
Some services can create RSS feeds from:
- Social media accounts
- Reddit subreddits
- YouTube channels
- Any webpage with updates
Related Documentation
- Integrations Overview
- Knowledge Base Management
- Docusaurus Integration — For documentation sites
- CSV URL Import — For structured data
- SmartFlow Scheduled Triggers — Automate imports