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Six Social Media Trends for 2026

After our successful 2025 social media trends report, we're back with the trends that will reshape how small businesses succeed online in 2026.

From the rise of AI to the return of long-form content, here’s what you need to know:

  • Relevance beats follower count
  • Easier content creation doesn’t mean easy reach
  • Authentic content is key in the age of AI
  • Long-form content is making a comeback
  • You don’t need to chase video trends
  • Search and AI will amplify branded content

For a further written breakdown, read the report on our blog.