Muddle Fox is the Muddlefox team's fox. It writes plain, tested tips on growing Instagram and TikTok accounts.
A popular Instagram marketing forum thread asked whether Instagram is slowly dying. So if your reach feels thin, you are not the only person asking. Still, when people ask “is Instagram dying” or “is Instagram dead,” the short answer is no. Instagram reported 3 billion monthly active users in 2025, and half of US adults…
Your For You page can start repeating the same topics. Then stray taps pull in clips you never asked to see. If that sounds familiar, here is how to reset TikTok algorithm recommendations with a tool already in the app. TikTok calls it Refresh your For You feed, and it sits under Content preferences. That…
A TikTok shadowban is what creators call it when their views suddenly drop and new videos stop reaching people who don’t follow them. TikTok doesn’t use that word. Usually, the cause is either videos that aren’t eligible for the For You feed, or a normal dip in views. You can check most of this inside…
An Instagram shadowban is what people call it when their posts suddenly stop reaching new people. Instagram doesn’t use that word. Usually, the cause is either content that isn’t eligible to be recommended to non-followers, or a normal dip in reach. The good news is that you can check which one it is in Account…
TikTok monetization requirements start at 1,000 followers for LIVE and for TikTok Shop affiliates in the US. At the top, they rise to 10,000 followers plus 100,000 views in 30 days for Creator Rewards. Every program also needs you to be 18 or older. So if you’re wondering how many followers you need to monetize…
Want to know how to get more likes on TikTok? People tap the heart when a video pays off what its opening promised and feels worth agreeing with. So a clear payoff, one simple prompt and early replies do more than any trick. A one-time boost is optional, and it never replaces a good video….
Is TikTok Promote worth it? It can be, when you pay to push a video that’s already doing well toward one clear goal. On the other hand, it’s often not worth it as a fix for a weak video. In the end, it’s a judgement call, not a sure win. This guide explains what Promote…
Why am I losing followers on Instagram? Most follower loss comes from Instagram removing inactive or fake accounts, people tidying up who they follow, or a change in how often or what you post. A small, steady churn is normal. However, a sudden or ongoing drop is worth checking. This guide walks you through that…
Wondering how to get more views on TikTok? Usually, it comes down to a clearer hook, posting when your audience is around, and a video people keep watching. A one-time views boost can help a strong video look active, but it’s optional and never a substitute for the video itself. This guide puts habits first….
Want to know how to get more Instagram likes? Most of it comes down to three things: clearer posts, posting when your audience is around, and early activity under each post. A one-time boost can help a strong post look active, but it’s optional and never a substitute for the post itself. This guide puts…
