Algorithm Hub breaks down how TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, X, and LinkedIn rank and distribute content — so you can create smarter, not louder.
Every platform uses a unique scoring model. Here's a simplified view of the top ranking signals for each.
Across all platforms, these performance indicators consistently drive algorithmic distribution.
The percentage of viewers who watch your content to completion. Consistently the highest-weighted signal across all platforms.
Total minutes viewers spend with your content. YouTube prioritizes absolute minutes; TikTok prioritizes relative completion.
How quickly engagement accumulates after posting. Early engagement signals quality to the algorithm.
The most intentional engagement action. Saves signal high-value content and trigger secondary distribution.
Completion rate consistently outweighs every other metric across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. We break down the data behind why holding attention pays dividends.
Read Article →Absolute watch time and relative completion rate are measured differently by each platform. Here's what the platforms' own documentation tells us.
Read Article →The best-performing content triggers engagement naturally through structure, not luck. Learn the psychological patterns that make algorithms share your content.
Read Article →Platform-specific algorithm guides built from first-party data and creator experiments.
Use our platform guides, testing frameworks, and ranking signal breakdowns to systematically improve your algorithmic reach.