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How TikTok search is changing the way Gen Z discovers brands

Search is evolving beyond Google, with younger generations leading the way. In fact, 46% of Gen Zers prefer searching on social platforms over traditional search engines. The rise of short-form video has transformed how many people find answers, offering tutorials, reviews and demos that feel more authentic and nuanced than a list of blue links. TikTok's hands-on research method allows brands to tap into emerging search trends—from “haul” to “foodtok”—keywords they would never consider for Google.

AdAge, 04/14/2025

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