Social commerce is gaining speed as TikTok Shop expands in the U.S. and Instagram continues to refine its in-app checkout. In May, more brands began testing direct product sales inside their content, turning videos and posts into shoppable experiences.
TikTok Shop integrates product listings directly into videos and livestreams, allowing viewers to purchase without leaving the app. Meanwhile, Instagram’s checkout streamlines the buying process from feed posts, Stories, and Reels.
For marketers, this means rethinking the role of social media from brand awareness to full-funnel sales. Campaigns now need creative storytelling, strategic product placement, and clear calls-to-action that feel natural in the content.
Early adopters are already reporting shorter sales cycles and higher conversion rates from audiences who never leave the platform.
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