
09/05/2025
Here are the 5 biggest mistakes killing your views.
Mistake #1
❌ Using the wrong aspect ratio.
Reels are built for vertical 9:16. If you upload square or horizontal, Instagram won’t push it—it looks bad on screen.
Mistake #2
❌ Posting videos with watermarks.
If your Reel has a TikTok or CapCut logo, Instagram downgrades it. Always post clean, original content.
Mistake #3
❌ Low-quality or blurry media.
Crisp, clear videos always win. If your video looks dark or pixelated, people scroll past—and so does the algorithm.
Mistake #4
❌ Not using a hook to grab attention.
If you don’t catch viewers in the first 3 seconds, they’ll swipe away. Your opening line matters more than anything else.
Mistake #5
❌ Posting and ghosting.
If you drop a Reel and disappear, your engagement tanks. Stick around and reply to comments and DMs right after posting.
So if your reach is low, chances are you’re making one of these mistakes. Fix them—and you’ll see results fast.
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