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How Brands Can Comment Like Gen Z

This is YPulse’s how-to guide for brands to get in on social media comment sections to reach Gen Z…

Written and Edited by the YPulse Editorial Team

Aug 28 2024
North America

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Using social media comments is key to catching Gen Z’s attention
Young people are creating culture in the comments, and brands that want to be a part of it should join them there
As long as you’re commenting under viral content, relevant posts that include your brand, or coming up with comedic comments for random ones, the amount you comment doesn’t really matter

When it comes to social media strategy, many brands are overlooking a powerful tool for connecting with young users: the comment section. Comments serve as the lifeblood of social media content, fostering engagement, gathering feedback, and building community. In YPulse’s Social Media Playbook trend report, we explore why this mode of interaction is working in brands’ favors, who’s doing it best, and even how to sound like a Gen Z yourself—because blending into the tone of the comments is key. Brands can embrace the culture of commenting first by understanding the platforms where their target audience thrives. For example, YPulse data shows...