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  • 8K comments1M likes4399 breakout score
    tysonnek18M views

    Why it worked

    Sharing an oddly specific ego boost makes viewers laugh and relate instantly.

    Make it yours

    Tell a funny true story about a tiny compliment that made your whole week.

    Reel by @tysonnek, 18M views, posted .

    @tysonnekTyson sonnek | The Sword HolderVerified@tysonnek+33K followers this week
  • 242 comments1M likes987 breakout score
    cczuleighka17M views

    Why it worked

    Using letter shapes for nose contouring instantly makes a complex routine super easy.

    Make it yours

    Teach a famous look by breaking the steps down into simple shapes you draw on your face.

    Reel by @cczuleighka, 17M views, posted .

    @cczuleighkaChloe Czuleighka G. ParedesVerified@cczuleighka+11K followers this week
  • 1K comments307K likes956 breakout score
    artbysangeeta16M views

    Why it worked

    Using a household fork to draw patterns makes a complex craft look simple.

    Make it yours

    Demonstrate a familiar task using an unexpected tool from your kitchen.

    Reel by @artbysangeeta, 16M views, posted .

    @artbysangeetaRangoli Art by Sangeeta@artbysangeeta+3.4K followers today

Create viral content that grows your audience.

See when an account took off, what it posted, and how to make your own version.

459 comments45K likes85 breakout score
emmakarolyna519K views

Why it worked

Starting with a trusted authority figure instantly builds curiosity.

Make it yours

Share a golden rule a teacher told you long ago.

Reel by @emmakarolyna, 519K views, posted .

@emmakarolynaEmma KarólynaVerified@emmakarolyna+226K followers this week

Growth+204,585

Reel posted Nov 2694.6K754.6K814.6K931.9KNov 1Nov 3Nov 5Nov 7
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restless_fitness1M views

Why it worked

Starting with a common physical pain point immediately pulls people in.

Make it yours

Film yourself demonstrating a quick fix for a problem your audience faces daily.

Reel by @restless_fitness, 1M views, posted .

@restless_fitnessRestlessVerified@restless_fitness+209K followers this week

Growth+188,572

Reel posted Nov 2275.3K330.3K385.3K494KNov 1Nov 3Nov 5Nov 7

Got a question? Ask millions of viral videos.

Ask anything about your niche. Ascend’s AI watches thousands of viral videos every day.

What's working in my niche this week?

What’s working in cooking this week

1. Practical kitchen hacks with an immediate payoff

The winning structure is: show the useful result immediately, add a curiosity-led text hook, then demonstrate the trick quickly.

  • 400 comments576K likes
    zachchoi15M views

    Why it worked

    It drops a close-up shot of the finished dish right at the very start.

    Make it yours

    Film the final result first and then show how you made it.

    Reel by @zachchoi, 15M views, posted .

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    nitustadka10M views

    Why it worked

    Dropping a massive block of butter in the first frame triggers instant cravings.

    Make it yours

    Start your video by adding an absurd amount of your key ingredient.

    Reel by @nitustadka, 10M views, posted .

  • 197 comments306K likes
    g_bque8M views

    Why it worked

    It drops raw food straight into a bowl in the first second.

    Make it yours

    Start your clip mid action without any intro text.

    Reel by @g_bque, 8M views, posted .

Introducing your new Growth Assistant.

A real person grows your account every day, reaching the people you choose.

  • Define your audience
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Open any creator or brand to see their followers day by day, their best videos and the accounts like them.

@rbfor3

Coach Robert Blackwell

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@rbfor3

354K followers·1.6K following

Growth+152,666

189.1K234.1K279.1K366.2KNov 1Nov 3Nov 5Nov 7

For brands and local businesses

Imagine if your business gained real local followers every week.

What would that do for your sales?

Find the brands and local shops taking off in your niche and copy what works.

602 comments26K likes145 breakout score
itsmannymichael302K views

Why it worked

Starting with a sudden food craving hooks viewers who love quick comfort food ideas.

Make it yours

Film yourself talking about a strong food craving right before showing the recipe.

Reel by @itsmannymichael, 302K views, posted .

@itsmannymichaelManny MichaelVerified@itsmannymichael+241K followers this week

Growth+224,706

Reel posted Nov 2614.1K684.1K754.1K874.8KNov 1Nov 3Nov 5Nov 7

Search an idea. See what already worked.

Type an idea, a hook, a creator or a link and find the videos that already took off.

Search: Skincare

  • 1K comments30K likes1808 breakout score
    sujatakhatidiyali8M views

    Why it worked

    Showing a severe blemish right at the start makes viewers wait for the final clear skin.

    Make it yours

    Film a close up of your biggest current problem and reveal your fix a week later.

    Reel by @sujatakhatidiyali, 8M views, posted .

  • 3K comments276K likes1023 breakout score
    thelearys6M views

    Why it worked

    Using a paint roller for face cream instantly hooks viewers with absurd humor.

    Make it yours

    Exaggerate your normal daily tasks with ridiculous household tools.

    Reel by @thelearys, 6M views, posted .

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Make viral videos with Ascend AI.

  • Break down any ReelSee what worked, what fell flat, and what could be improved.
  • Discover what makes accounts growFind the videos and strategies behind their growth.
  • Ask AscendAsk about hooks, trends, or what to post next.
  • Find what’s workingSee the videos taking off in your niche right now.
  • Know what to improveCompare your account with top creators in your niche.
  • Make your next video fasterTurn an idea into a script and format that fit your style.

Learn from the accounts taking off right now.

Find the fastest-growing accounts in your niche and copy what works.

  • @m.oliseMichaelOliseVerified@m.olise

    +139K followers this week · +1.2%

    12M followers · 2 reels · 14M avg views

    Reel by @m.olise, 10M views10M views
  • @colbyofficiallycolby!Verified@colbyofficially

    +137K followers this week · +16%

    1.0M followers · 164 reels · 99K avg views

    Reel by @colbyofficially, 1M views1M viewsReel by @colbyofficially, 1M views1M viewsReel by @colbyofficially, 887K views887K views
  • @chatgptChatGPTVerified@chatgpt

    +127K followers this week · +1.6%

    8.0M followers · 38 reels · 846K avg views

    Reel by @chatgpt, 834K views834K viewsReel by @chatgpt, 705K views705K viewsReel by @chatgpt, 617K views617K views
How does Ascend Viral work?

Ascend Viral is now Ascend, the viral growth platform for brands and creators on Instagram. Ascend analyzes top viral videos in your niche and shows you what works best for your account. On Growth and Viral, the Growth plan adds targeted, local followers. More on how it works.

Is Ascend the same company as Ascend Viral?

Yes. Ascend Viral is now Ascend. Read the announcement.

Will Ascend Viral work for me?

If you’re a creator, brand or local business posting Reels, yes. See who it’s for.

How much will I grow?

That depends on your niche, your content and who you target. Post what works and watch your reach expand. See what drives growth.

When can I expect results?

You’ll see what works in your niche the day you sign up. Growth plan followers add up week by week. See the timeline.

Why should I pick Ascend Viral?

Because you stop guessing. Ascend’s AI watches thousands of viral videos every day, and on Growth and Viral the Growth plan brings targeted, local followers. See why people pick Ascend.

Can I try Ascend for free?

Yes. Start with a free account, or try any plan free for 5 days.

How does the 5-day trial work?

Pick a plan and use everything for 5 days. Cancel before the trial ends and you pay nothing.

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