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Algorithm

Definition

A set of rules that social media platforms use to determine which content appears in users' feeds. Algorithms prioritize content based on relevance, engagement, and user behavior.

Related Terms

Organic Reach

The number of unique users who see your content without paid promotion. Organic reach depends on platform algorithms and content quality.

Engagement Rate

A metric that measures the level of interaction (likes, comments, shares, saves) that content receives relative to reach or follower count. Higher engagement rates indicate more resonant content.

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