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User-Generated Content (UGC)

Definition

Any content—text, videos, images, reviews—created by users rather than brands. UGC is valuable for building trust and authenticity as it represents genuine customer experiences.

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Social Proof

The psychological phenomenon where people assume the actions of others reflect correct behavior. In marketing, it includes reviews, testimonials, and user counts.

Influencer Marketing

A form of social media marketing that involves partnering with influential people to promote products or services to their followers. Influencers can range from celebrities to micro-influencers.

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