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  • 7K comments1M likes850 breakout score
    johnderting15M views

    Why it worked

    Glassy water that looks like a mirror stops thumbs instantly.

    Make it yours

    Film a smooth hand drag across a clear lake or mirror surface.

    Reel by @johnderting, 15M views, posted .

    @johndertingJohn DertingVerified@johnderting+90K followers this week
  • 3K comments442K likes710 breakout score
    redbulldance11M views

    Why it worked

    Starting with a bold text claim instantly hooks viewers before the first move.

    Make it yours

    Put a strong statement on screen while showing your best skill right away.

    Reel by @redbulldance, 11M views, posted .

    @redbulldanceRed Bull DanceVerified@redbulldance+18K followers today
  • 3K comments779K likes178 breakout score
    dinocornel10M views

    Why it worked

    Starting with a direct question about an expensive setup grabs instant attention.

    Make it yours

    Film a tour of your gear and let someone else present it with dry humor.

    Reel by @dinocornel, 10M views, posted .

    @dinocornelDino RomanVerified@dinocornel+21K followers this week

Create viral content that grows your audience.

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

2K comments407K likes3 breakout score
kyliejenner7M views

Why it worked

Starting with the launch date immediately gets people to stay for the details.

Make it yours

Announce your drop date in the first second and show your top item.

Reel by @kyliejenner, 7M views, posted .

@kyliejennerKylieVerified@kyliejenner+293K followers this week

Growth+118,425

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alexvolkanovski5M views

Why it worked

Wearing a funny wig and red pants in public makes viewers stop scrolling.

Make it yours

Dress up in a ridiculous outfit and walk around your city tomorrow.

Reel by @alexvolkanovski, 5M views, posted .

@alexvolkanovskiAlexander VolkanovskiVerified@alexvolkanovski+125K followers this week

Growth+118,688

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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.

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    iramsfoodstory9M views

    Why it worked

    Pulling apart the crispy snack in the first second hooks hungry viewers.

    Make it yours

    Film a close up of breaking your finished dish open before showing the steps.

    Reel by @iramsfoodstory, 9M views, posted .

  • 115 comments30K likes
    barilla8M views

    Why it worked

    Racing to guess an exact amount on camera turns a basic kitchen chore into a high stakes game.

    Make it yours

    Film a friend guessing a common measurement in your niche and compare the funny results.

    Reel by @barilla, 8M views, posted .

  • 74 comments54K likes
    goldenspoon_byjinous8M views

    Why it worked

    Standing large pasta upright in a pan makes a weird visual you have to watch finish.

    Make it yours

    Arrange your food in an unusual shape before cooking and show the final slice first.

    Reel by @goldenspoon_byjinous, 8M views, posted .

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

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@waffles.and.me

Dakota Fisher

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@waffles.and.me

706K followers·92 following

Growth+87,209

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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.

12K comments1M likes76 breakout score
harrykane14M views

Why it worked

Holding a major trophy while speaking straight to the camera hooks viewers instantly.

Make it yours

Film yourself holding your biggest award and talk about how it feels.

Reel by @harrykane, 14M views, posted .

@harrykaneHarry KaneVerified@harrykane+360K followers today

Growth+374,972

Reel posted Oct 2720.2M20.3M20.5M20.7MOct 21Oct 23Oct 25Oct 27

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: Consumer tech

  • 1K comments63K likes14 breakout score
    creators23M views

    Why it worked

    Grandparents trying modern tech for the first time creates instant heartwarming charm.

    Make it yours

    Film older family members testing your product and capture their raw reactions.

    Reel by @creators, 23M views, posted .

  • 908 comments1M likes268 breakout score
    relationships.usa17M views

    Why it worked

    Starting with a public failure creates instant drama viewers need to see resolved.

    Make it yours

    Share a past mistake you made and show how you bounced back from it.

    Reel by @relationships.usa, 17M 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.

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  • @irenraineyIren Cergio RaineyVerified@irenrainey

    +79K followers this week · +65%

    201K followers · 80 reels · 123K avg views

    Reel by @irenrainey, 339K views339K viewsReel by @irenrainey, 334K views334K viewsReel by @irenrainey, 174K views174K views
  • @alibaba.com_officialAlibaba.comVerified@alibaba.com_official

    +65K followers this week · +0.4%

    16M followers · 58 reels · 699K avg views

    Reel by @alibaba.com_official, 1M views1M viewsReel by @alibaba.com_official, 813K views813K viewsReel by @alibaba.com_official, 556K views556K views
  • @eaudenicsNico SlaterVerified@eaudenics

    +64K followers this week · +14%

    507K followers · 33 reels · 753K avg views

    Reel by @eaudenics, 20M views20M viewsReel by @eaudenics, 663K views663K viewsReel by @eaudenics, 308K views308K 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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