Engagement rate helps assess how well a creator connects with their audience. It factors in both follower count and recent post interactions to give you a clearer picture of their true influence.

We analyze the last 2 months of data using these formulas:

In the past, follower count was a reliable way to estimate reach—creators’ content was primarily shown to their followers. But today, discovery happens through recommendations, like TikTok’s For You page or Instagram’s Explore feed. That’s why views are now a better indicator of reach than just follower numbers.