The Social Media Algorithm Cheat Sheet 2025 [Infographic]
Master the latest platform updates and boost engagement in 2025!
UNUM Staff
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Why Social Media Algorithms Matter
Social media algorithms determine who sees your content and how much engagement you get. Whether you’re a brand, creator, or marketer, knowing how each platform ranks content is key to success in 2025.
📢 2025 Algorithm Breakdown
🔹 Instagram Algorithm Updates
Watch time & engagement velocity drive Reels ranking.
Save & share signals help posts rank in Explore.
Keyword SEO in captions & bios boosts visibility.
Consistency (posting 3-5x per week) improves reach.
📌 Pro Tip: Use trending sounds & collabs to increase engagement.
🎥 TikTok Algorithm Updates
Watch time is more important than likes for ranking.
Shares & comments weigh more than likes in reach.
Original content ranks higher than remixes.
SEO-friendly captions help surface content in search.
📌 Pro Tip: Hook viewers within 3 seconds to maximize watch time.
💼 LinkedIn Algorithm Updates
Comments > Likes (thoughtful discussions = higher reach).
Dwell time matters (longer reads rank better).
Hashtags (3-5 max) boost discoverability.
📌 Pro Tip: Posting Tuesday-Thursday mornings performs best.
📹 YouTube Algorithm Updates
Click-through rate (CTR) & retention matter most.
Engagement (likes, comments, shares) boosts rankings.
SEO-optimized descriptions & timestamps help searchability.
📌 Pro Tip: Add timestamps to appear in Google search results.
📘 Facebook Algorithm Updates
Comments & discussions > likes for reach.
Facebook Reels outperform static content.
Groups > Pages for organic engagement.
📌 Pro Tip: Go Live once a week to increase visibility.
📊 Key Takeaways for Beating the Algorithm in 2025
✅ Optimize for Watch Time – Longer video retention = higher ranking.
✅ Use AI & Automation – Scheduling & analytics improve results.
✅ Post Consistently – 3-5x per week keeps engagement strong.
✅ Engagement > Likes – Comments & shares drive reach.
✅ SEO in Social Media is Real – Captions, hashtags & profiles should be keyword-rich.
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