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[MASTERCLASS] LinkedIn in 2026: Where Attention is Moving (Data & Expert Insights)
LinkedIn engagement is changing. See what 637K+ posts reveal—and how experts are adapting in Metricool’s live 2026 webinar. This isn’t a content issue. It’s a conversational gap.
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Social Media
Social Media Studies
Social Media Study 2026: Trends, Real Data and Formats That Work
What’s trending on social media in 2026? Dive into Metricool's 2026 Social Media Study, that analyzed over 1 million accounts, 39 million posts, across 10 platforms.
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Last posts by Bluesky

Bluesky
Bluesky Verification: How Does It Work?
Learn how Bluesky verification helps users prove their identity online, with badges or self-verification. Discover which method fits your profile best.
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Bluesky
Bluesky Drafts Are Finally Here: This is How to Use Them
Bluesky drafts are finally here. Learn how to use them, save ideas, and post at the right moment without losing content.
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Bluesky
Bluesky DMs: A Short Guide
Bluesky DMs have been around for a while but now your messages are more secure too. Thanks to a collaboration with Germ, a startup that brings end-to-end encrypted messaging natively into the Bluesky app, private conversations on Bluesky just got a major upgrade. Germ DM is the first private messenger that can be launched directly […]
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Last posts by Facebook

Facebook
How to Monetize Facebook in 2026: A Complete Creator’s Guide
Monetizing Facebook in 2025 offers more options, from in-stream ads to fan subscriptions and branded content. This guide covers how each feature works, requirements, and tips to build a strategy that fits your content or business.
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Facebook
Facebook Image Size Guide 2026
Want to make your Facebook content stand out in 2026? Our comprehensive guide covers the best image sizes for every type of post and ad type, from profile pictures to event covers, plus tips for optimizing your visuals for maximum engagement.
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Facebook
News
Meta AI’s New Take on Your Facebook Profile Picture [+New Tools]
Learn how to create animated Facebook profile pictures with Meta AI's new tools. Guide to animated backgrounds, restyled Stories, and more.
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Last posts by Google Business Profile

Google Business Profile
How to Optimize Your Google My Business Profile
Your Google My Business Profile is an easy way to get discovered by local customers. Learn how to optimize it and turn searches into real results.
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Google Business Profile
Metricool
How to Manage a Google Business Profile from Metricool
Connect your GBP with Metricool to manage your account with ease. Rather than publishing manually, switching between platforms, schedule, analyze, and manage all your social media profiles in one place.
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Google Business Profile
Google Business Profile Tutorial for Beginners
Learn about a complete tutorial on the Google Business Profile. We discuss how to set up your account, the features, and why your business should have a google business profile.
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Last posts by Instagram

Instagram
Instagram Updates and News 2026
Do you know all the features Instagram has added over the years? Find out here!
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Instagram
News
Instagram Now Lets You Add Affiliate Links to Reels
Instagram is rolling out a new way to monetize Reels: affiliate links. Creators can tag products and earn a commission when people buy through their content. Here’s what you need to know.
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Instagram
Alt Text Instagram: What Is It, Why It Matters, And How to Use It With Metricool
Alt text on Instagram helps more people understand your visuals and improves accessibility without adding much extra work. This guide explains how alt text works on Instagram, how to add or edit it, and how Metricool’s AI tools help you create descriptions faster.
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Last posts by LinkedIn

LinkedIn
How to Become a LinkedIn Top Voice in 2026
LinkedIn Top Voice is an invitation-only blue badge for professionals who consistently share original, trustworthy, and valuable content. Here’s what it means and how to strengthen your chances of being selected.
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LinkedIn
The LinkedIn Algorithm in 2026
Struggling to get your posts seen? Learn how the LinkedIn algorithm works in 2026 and what you can do to boost reach, engagement, and real results.
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LinkedIn
LinkedIn Tutorial for Beginners: How to Stand Out and Build Your Network
New to LinkedIn? This step-by-step guide shows beginners how to optimize their profile, share content, and connect with the right people.
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Last posts by Pinterest

Pinterest
How to Use Pinterest: A Complete Tutorial
Pinterest isn’t just for DIY enthusiasts or fashion inspo. It's a valuable tool for anyone wanting to expand their digital footprint. Learn how to use Pinterest in 2025 with our comprehensive guide.
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Pinterest
Pinterest Affiliate Marketing Guide
Pinterest affiliate marketing allows affiliates to promote their products and share their links via pins and boards. Learn how it works here!
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Pinterest
How to Make Money with Pinterest in 2026: 3 Steps to Monetize & Earn
Looking to make money on Pinterest? In this guide, you’ll learn how to set up your business account, design engaging Pins, and use affiliate marketing to earn passive income.
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Last posts by Threads

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Threads
How to DM Someone on Threads [Latest Features]
DMs on Threads? From now on: yes! Threads has its own inbox, fully separate from Instagram DMs. Here’s what you need to know.
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Threads
Here’s What We Know About the Threads Algorithm in 2026
While the Threads platform and algorithm continue to expand, here's how the Threads algorithm is working and what we can expect in the future.
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Threads
Ghost Posts on Threads: How to Post, Test, and Grow Your Audience with Disappearing Content
Disappearing posts on Threads create urgency without cluttering your feed. This guide walks through how ghost posts work, how to publish them, and how to use them to test and grow.
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Last posts by TikTok

TikTok
Trending TikTok Songs of the Week in Australia | April 14, 2026
TikTok sounds move fast, and the right song can make or break your reach. Here are the trending TikTok songs in Australia this week, plus how creators are using them to stand out and how you can act on trends before they fade.
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TikTok
Trending Songs on TikTok Right Now: Updated Weekly!
Here's a look at the top 10 trending songs on TikTok and how you might use them for your brand's content.
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Content Marketing
TikTok
2026 TikTok News: The Definitive Timeline for Creators
TikTok has grown significantly since the very first days of the network in 2016, to one of the most-used social media platforms today. Learn about the evolution of TikTok's network history here!
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Last posts by Twitch

Online advertising
Twitch
Twitch Ads: How to Optimize During Your Streams
Running ads on Twitch doesn’t have to be stressful. Discover simple strategies to maximize your revenue and keep viewers engaged.
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Twitch
How You Can Earn Money on Twitch Today
So, you’ve spent many countless hours leveling up your skills, racking up achievements and really have a good thing going. Now you’re ready to take your streaming to the top and join the streamers making $thousands$. Twitch users earn money through donations, subscriptions, sponsorships and programs offered by the platform. Let’s get you on your […]
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News
Twitch
Watch NASA’s First Ever Twitch Stream from Space
NASA expands its reach on Twitch, connecting with the young and curious in its first-ever live stream from the International Space Center.
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Last posts by Twitter

Twitter
XChat: New Messaging to Challenge WhatsApp
XChat is X's standalone messaging app currently in beta testing. Discover what it can do, how it handles privacy, and how it stacks up against WhatsApp and Telegram.
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Social Media
Twitter
X (Twitter) Stats 2026: Key Data for Marketers
Whether you call it X or continue to call it Twitter, these interesting statistics can help inform your X (Twitter) marketing strategy in 2026.
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Social Media
Twitter
The Complete Guide to X Marketing in 2026
Learn how to build an X marketing strategy that actually works, from creating engaging content to analyzing performance.
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Last posts by YouTube

News
YouTube
Can You DM on YouTube? Yes! Here’s How
For years, one of the most persistent questions among social media professionals has been: Can you DM on YouTube? If you have spent any amount of time managing a channel or building a community on the platform, you know the frustration. Unlike Instagram, TikTok, or even LinkedIn, YouTube has historically felt like a one-way street […]
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YouTube
How Does the YouTube Algorithm Work?
YouTube isn’t going anywhere. In our 2026 Social Media Study, we analyzed over 7 million videos from more than 82,000 YouTube accounts and found that views(per video) increased by 76% in the past year. If you’re looking for your slice of this pie, you need to understand the YouTube algorithm and how it works. That’s […]
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YouTube
YouTube Premium Lite 2026: Cost, Features & Comparison to Premium
Discover the price and benefits YouTube Premium Lite 2026, and how it compares to Premium and find out if it’s the right package for you.
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Online advertising
Social Media
How to Create Better Social Media Campaigns in 2026
Social media campaigns in 2026 work as connected systems that guide audiences from discovery to action through coordinated content, creators, and insights. This guide explains how to plan, execute, and measure campaigns in a way that feels organized, flexible, and easier to improve over time.
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Social Media
Social Media Monitoring Tools for SMMs
Stop guessing what works on social media. Learn how the right monitoring tools can give you real-time insights and make your content shine!
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Social Media
Key Objectives For Social Media Marketing Posts
Stop wasting time posting without a plan. Learn the key objectives that make social media work. Boost traffic and conversions with strategies that deliver.
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Social Media
How to Conduct a Social Media Audit + FREE Audit Template
If you have ever felt like your social media presence is a disorganized collection of random posts, forgotten profiles, and inconsistent branding, you are not alone. In 2026, it is easy for a brand’s strategy to drift away from its original goals. You might be posting three times a week on Instagram, but do you […]
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Social Media
Is Digital Marketing a Stressful Job? [Here’s How to Cope]
Is digital marketing a stressful job? We break down the stats, reveal why pros feel undervalued, and share actionable tips to stay productive, reduce stress, and enjoy your career.
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Content Marketing
Social Media
Short-Form vs. Long-Form Content: Is Long-Form Content Coming Back?
Explore the differences between short-form vs. long-form content and how each format supports audience growth and engagement. After years of short-form dominance, many marketers are asking, is long-form content coming back and how it fits into modern social media strategies.
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Content Marketing
Social Media
B2B Marketing on Social Media: What Smart Brands Are Doing Differently
B2B marketing on social media doesn’t have to be boring or complicated. Learn how to create engaging content and turn social activity into leads.
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Social Media
How To Deal With Stress At Work As A Social Media Professional
Working in social media often looks exciting from the outside: creative campaigns, trending content, and the satisfaction of seeing posts perform well. Behind the screens, though, it can be a very different story. Tight deadlines, constant notifications, multiple platforms, and the pressure to perform in real time can make even small tasks feel overwhelming. Stress […]
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Social Media
How to Achieve Work Life Balance as a Social Media Professional (When Your Job Lives on Your Phone)
Managing social media never stops, and it can leave you feeling “always on.” This guide shows how social media managers can build work life balance, protect energy, and stay creative without stepping away completely.
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Metricool
Social Media
How To Get More Out Of Your Social Media Tools (Without Adding More Stress)
Most social media professionals already rely on scheduling platforms, analytics dashboards, and AI. This article explores why the job can still feel overwhelming and how to get more value from the tools you already use.
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Social Media
One Person, Many Roles: The Reality of Small Social Media Teams in 2026
Most social media professionals today are working across multiple roles at once. Strategy, content creation, video editing, analytics, community management, and reporting often sit on the shoulders of one person. This article breaks down the numbers behind that reality and shares practical ways to bring structure, clarity, and balance to an expanding workload.
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Analytics
Social Media
Social Media Metrics to Measure: What to Track and Why It Matters
Not all social media metrics are created equal. By focusing on the right data points, you can measure performance and drive your brand forward.
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Social Media
Free Tools That Actually Reduce Stress for Social Media Managers
Social media work can be stressful but it doesn’t have to be. Explore free, easy-to-use tools to reduce stress and anxiety and take control of your workflow, creativity, and well-being.
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Social Media
Digital Boundaries for Social Media Professionals: Why Is It So Hard to Log Off?
Many social media professionals struggle with disconnecting from social media, feeling pressure from constant notifications, trends, and engagement. This article shares practical strategies to set digital boundaries, plan content, and maintain a healthier relationship with social media.
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Social Media
What is Skylight Social? The New TikTok Alternative Explained
Skylight Social is the TikTok alternative taking off in 2026. Here's what it is, who's behind it, and whether it's worth your time.
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