New analysis from Sociallyin indicates that 77% of Gen Z users engage with TikTok for product discovery, and 71% have bought a product first encountered on the platform.

Worldwide

Who

Gen Z users, Sociallyin, Keith Kakadia

What

When

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:02:44 GMT · 6d 3h ago

Where

Worldwide ·

Why

Gen Z users are increasingly opting for visual and social content on TikTok over traditional search engines when seeking information and making purchasing choices.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This shift in behavior means brands must adapt their strategies to view TikTok not just as an awareness channel but as a critical search and discovery platform, incorporating detailed content elements for discoverability.

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