Ever wonder why some posts go viral while others get zero reach? It's not magic – it's the Instagram algorithm at work. Instagram gives each account an invisible "weight" or reputation score based on how much real engagement you earn.
When your posts get lots of genuine likes, comments, and saves, the algorithm takes notice and boosts your content to even more people. Popular posts are far more likely to appear at the top of your followers' feeds and on the Explore page.
On the flip side, if your account has low activity or uses questionable tricks, your content stays hidden. In fact, Instagram actively downranks content that violates its guidelines. Inauthentic engagement and automated interactions don't fool anyone – the system is smarter than you think and tracks everything, hurting your account's credibility.
The formula is clear: consistent, authentic engagement from real people = higher account weight = more exposure.
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