In just a little over a decade, social media has gone from nonexistent to one of the dominant forces in the world as a whole, and the June 2018 social media trends show that that growth won't be stopping any time soon. Social media is massive, and yet upstart companies are still finding new niches to appeal to, all while the biggest players continue to eat up larger and larger portions of the population as a whole.
Social media's grown so big that it's even expanding beyond people. Pets and the internet have gone hand in hand for almost as long as the latter has been around, and so Petcube is a social media platform that explicitly shows off pets to users around the world.
Top 35 Social Media Trends in June
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Interactive AR Messengers
The New AR Facebook Messenger Camera Effects Create Engaging Experiences
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Document-Summarizing Chatbots
'SummarizeBot' Quickly Synthesizes Content for Easy Consumption
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Social Media Housing Marketplaces
Facebook has announced the launch of a housing marketplace
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Color-Changing AR Hair Ads
Clairol and Snapchat are Testing Shoppable Augmented Reality Ads
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Social Media Dating Apps
'Warble' Romantically Connects Twitter Users Together
30
Reflection-Eliminating Selfie Apps
The Shades App Makes Sunglass Selfies Easier to Master
29
Afro-Latina Beauty Influencers
Tatiana JD is a New Makeup Guru Who Speaks Out About Colorism
28
Social Media Queueing Campaigns
Nike Created a Virtual #AirMaxLine for Sneakerheads on Instagram
27
Influencer-Analyzing Tools
'MightScout' Provides Profile Metrics for Top Social Media Influencers
26
Pet-Streaming Social Networks
The New Petcube App Brands Itself as the "Twitch for Pets"
25
AI-Driven Fashion Apps
'Browzzin' Uses AI to Provide Fashion Inspiration
24
Aspiring Influencer Training Trips
VISA is Sending Someone on a Free Trip to Thailand or Spain
23
Social Media Burger Personalization
Burger King Lets You Customize Your Own Burger Via Instagram
22
VR Personal Memories
The Facebook VR Memories Feature Presents Photos in a 3D Space
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Topic Discussion Social Networks
The 'WONDR' Network Helps Likeminded Individuals to Connect
20
Social Circle Playlists
Audiogum's Friend Mix is a Convenient Way to Create Playlists with Friends
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Dreamer Makeup Gurus
Daisy Marquez Shares Beauty Tutorials and Her Immigration Experience
18
Music Teacher Matchmaking
Find a Music Teacher with a New Filterable and Informative Platform
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Question-Based Social Apps
'Ryact' Lets Users Ask Yes or No Questions to Incite a Quick Response
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Story-Enhancing Social Tools
'Storybeat' Adds Music to the Story Features on Social Media
15
Social Homeshare Features
Airbnb's Travel Stories Make Experieces on the Platform Shareable
14
Social Fine Art Apps
The 8x10 App Turns Instagram Posts into Limited-Edition Art Pieces
13
Short-Form Soda Campaigns
7UP's #RefresCosas Shares Fun and Entertaining Clips on Social Media
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Location-Based Credit Card Apps
The Vota App Creates a Social Network Using Purchasing Power
11
Mom-Connecting Video Chat Promotions
KLM's Mother's Day Initiative is Offering Plane Tickets
10
Colleague-Connecting Platforms
'Someonew' Matches Employees Together for Mentoring and More
9
Privacy-Oriented Digital Boards
'Capsure' Lets Users Share Life's Moments
8
Mutually Friendly Expat Apps
Pivt Connects People as Friends Based on Mutual Relationships
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Secure Digital Marketing Platforms
'Postedo' Securely Streamlines Instagram Marketing
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Confidential Advice Platforms
'Advice Me' Lets Friends and Colleagues Provide Feedback
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Time-Limiting Chat Features
Facebook 'Sleep Mode' Lets Parents Control Their Child's Time Chatting
4
Brief Video Chat Apps
The 'Thirty' App Connects Friends for Thirty-Second Catch-Up Sessions
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Actionable Social Media Analytics
'Vaizle' Helps Brands Harness the Power of Social Media
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Social Media Dating Apps
Facebook Dating Will Be Based in Meaningful Connection
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Instantly Shareable Action Stories
The New GoPro Stories Feature Lets Users Share on Instagram
Related Ideas
Pet-Sized Clogs
Glow-in-the-Dark Pet Crocs are Launching with Owner-Matching Styles
Modular Storage-Equipped Pet Sofas
The Conceptual Grid Sofa from Sunriu Design is Multifunctional
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Uplifting Social Media Campaigns
Optimism Your Feed Helps Social Media Users Retrain the Algorithm
AI Social Media Managers
Friz is an All-in-One Tool for DTC Brands on Social
Gen Alpha Marketing Campaigns
Claire's is Targeting TikTok Growth for its Latest Ads Spending
Social Media News Updates
Meta's Threads Update Features a 'Trending Now' Feed for Relevant News
AI Social media Management
Social360 Offers a Streamlined Solution to Stay Ahead of the Curve
AI-Driven Media Recommendations
Tubi Scenes Helps Viewers Quickly Discover Movies & TV Shows
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
AI Survey Solutions
Chatmeter Introduces Surveys 2.0 as Part of Its Pulse AI: Signals Platform
AI-Powered Cultural Trend Tools
Huge's Culture Decoder Uses AI to Understand Cultural Trends
Puppy Dating App Giveaways
Rover Rewards Dating App Users Who Replace Fish Pics with Pups
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Social Media Shopping Partnerships
YouTube Teams Up with Shopee to Launch 'YouTube Shopping'
Visualized Social Streaming Features
Spotify and Snapchat are Launching the Share Track Lens
Social Video Reaction Apps
The 'Seen' App Lets Users Capture Footage of Themselves Viewing Content
Pet Brand Influencer Campaigns
Cult Food Science & Further Foods Boost Visibility of Noochies!
Gen Z-Centered Health Apps
RTRO Lauches with ChatGPT with a Focus on Mental Health
Social Media Analytics Tool
Track and Improve Social Media Growth with Hivehubai’s Analytics Tools
Gen Alpha Social Media Apps
'SendIt' is Designed for Youth to Socialize through Games and Chatting
VR Cat Experiences
Catting Offers an Interactive Feline Friend in Virtual Reality
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
AI Advertisement Additions
Meta Introduces a New Suite of AI-Powered Advertising Tools
Traveler-Focused Pet Hubs
Mars Unveils a New Pet-Focused Hub in Collaboration with TripAdvisor
Car-Specific Video Commerce
Audi and Bambuser Make a Significant Evolution in Business Strategy
Virtual Pet Gaming Updates
Tamagotchi Uni Releases the Expansive Tama Portal Feature
Micro-Influencer Marketing Services
SCREENSHOT Micro Boost Refines the Brand-Creator Experience
Social Media Notes Expansions
TikTok Notes Puts Text and Images to the Forefront of Social Sharing
Social Sports Applications
EA is Launching the EA Sports Social App on Web and Mobile
Pet-Friendly Travel Hubs
Mars and Tripadvisor Launched a Helpful Hub for Pet Parents
Revived Retro Internet Games
Neopets is Celebrating its 25th Anniversary with New Revivals
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Technology News Summaries
TechTok Helps Readers Stay On Top of News in Five Minutes
Image-Based Alternative Social Medias
'Noteit' is a Snapchat-Inspired App for Gen Alpha Users
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Social Media Political-Content Limitations
Meta is Reducing Political Content Recommendations
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Interactive Influencer Features
YouTube's New 'Hype' Feature Allows Viewers to Share in Success
Influencer-Focused Social Platforms
Later Launches an AI-Powered Social Listening Tool
Dog Cover Star Contests
Dogtopia's In My Dog Era Contest Takes After Taylor Swift's TIME Cover
Social Marketplace Updates
Instagram Launches a Marketplace to Better Connect Brands and Creators
Professional Short-Form Video Feeds
LinkedIn is Testing a TikTok-Like System on its Platform
Customizable Profile Social Platforms
The 'noplace' App Prioritizes Socialization
Minimalist Social Media Platforms
Bluesky is a Simple, Minimalist Social Media Platform
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Best-Friend Social Media Features
NoteIt Allows Users to Pick 5 'BFFs' for Special Features
Connective Music Platforms
Musicat.fm Offers a Dynamic Community for Music Lovers
Social Shopping Features
YouTube Introduces a New 'Shopping Collections' Feature for Creators
Social Media Impact Studies
Instagram Allows COS to Conduct Mental Health Research
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
AI Social Media Management
From Discovery to Post Scheduling – Storefries Does it All
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
Publicly Available Social Medias
'Bluesky' is Now Open to All Users Without Invitation
Connective Pet Communities
Petigo Connects Pet Owners So They Can Share Photos, Engage, and More
Social Camera Fitness Apps
SnapFit Lets Users Document Their Journey with Photos
Feline Meme Makers
Cat Meme Material Download Caters to Japan's Budding Meme Culture
Resourceful Digital Platform Events
Meta will Host an Immersive Instagram Family Pop-Up in NYC
Kindness-Focused Social Media
Kyndr is a Community-Based Social Media Platform
Basketball Social Networks
Basktball is the Sports Social Network for Fans and Players Alike
Marketing Social Advocacy Tools
Nut Tree Helps Smaller Brands Boost Their Presence
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Teen-Protecting Social Media Features
Meta Expanded its 'Limit' and 'Restrict' Instagram Tools
Musical Social Media Channels
Snipy is a Social Network for Musicians to Connect with One Another
Parent-Child Connection Platforms
ParentSider Helps Parents Get More Quality Time with Their Kids
Socially Connected Workout Apps
The 'SocialPump' App Connects Athletes to Their Friends
Digital Experience Gifting
Memory Crate Lets Users Gift Coupons, Experiences, or Acts of Service
Uplifting Personal Video Messages
Beloved Paw Patrol Characters Share PupTalks on Cameo Kids
Informative Pet Food Chatbots
Freshpet Launches a Customer Experience-Focused AI Copilot
Drone Marketing Initatives
LEGO Takes to the Sky with Drone Show and Aerial Messages
Enhanced Video Chat Platforms
WhatsApp is Elevating its Video-Call Functions with Screen-Shares
Community-Building Social Features
YouTube Debuts a Communities Tab for Discord-Style Interactions
Elevated Millennial Apparel
Petal & Pup Celebrates Ten-year Milestone with the Muse Collection
Pro-Community Social Media Apps
Take Creates Real Life Interactions Through a Social Network
Digital Social Sharing Spaces
The Shilo App Invites Users to Share and Curate What They Love
Social Vlogging Apps
Shortake Let's Users Capture a Few Moments Every Day
Interconnected Messaging Ecosystems
Whatsapp to Introduce Support for Messages Third-Party Apps
Passion-Sharing List Platforms
MyLikes Helps Users Share What They Enjoy with Curated Lists
Pet Travel Concierge Services
GlobalVetLink Simplifies International Travel for Pet Owners
Marketing Mentorship Platforms
Sprout Social Launches as a New Business Mentorship Network
Meaningful Connection Platforms
Livebeam Wants to Connect Like-minded People in an Online Space
Pet-Inspired Proposal Initiatives
Chewy Celebrated Engaged Couples with Their Pets
Child-Centric Online Safety Campaigns
Wondershare FamiSafe Engages Parents with a Contest
Automated Social Media Posting
PosterGPT Uses AI to Post the Latest News Stories to Your Feed
Digital Relationship Spaces
Tether is Designed for Couples to Share Photos, Moments, and More
AI-Powered Creative Services
WePost Saga Helps Businesses Enhance Their Online Social Presence
Engaging Customer Conversion Tools
FacePop Humanizes Customer Interactions Through Video
Social Rating Platforms
Rated is a Data-Driven Social Platform for Rating Media and More
SaaS Influencer Marketing Tools
Beeing Social Launches 'Buzz Bee Buzz' for Influencer Marketing
Niche Community Builders
Socially is the Community Builder Platform for Niche Creators Everywhere
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Secondary Social Media Features
Instagram is Rolling out the Flipside Feature On User Profiles
Pet-Equality Campaigns
Pet Ownership Rights Take Center Stage in Innovative Campaign
Uplifting Virtual Influencer Collabs
The Lennnie x Dove Collab Promotes Body Positivity
Dynamic Interest Social Platforms
Palette Let's People Curate Their Likes However They Please
Music-Focused Social Media
Musicboard is a Place for Music Lovers to Unite
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Genuine Connection Platforms
Youmetalks Prioritizes Authentic Connection in a Digital Age
Cultural Social Media Documentaries
Hulu Unveils the Black Lives Matter: A People's History Doc
Media Release Monitoring Apps
The 'Upcoming' App Helps Users Track Favorite Media and Explore
Intimate Social Media Websites
Bubbl Widget Builds a Small Online Community of Close Friends
Parental Guidance Shopping Apps
The 'Auggie' App Connects Experienced Parents to New Ones
Social Engagement Platforms
Perspik Provides an Online Space for Thoughtful Engagement
Private Influencer Social Groups
CNDO Offers Private Social Rooms for Influencers and Their Fans
Social Media-Building Tools
ReplyMore Helps Small Accounts Build Their Followings Through Replies
Private Social Media Services
Instagram Now Allows Posts and Reels to be Shared with Close Friends
Nostalgic Web Browser Apps
iPod Social Turns Your Browser Into The Beloved Music Player
Personalized Newsletter Briefings
Digest Aggregates News from Social Sites to Create Daily Updates
Secondary Social Profile Features
Instagram Previews a New Flipside Feature for Private Posting
Social App Feature Updates
Instagram is Moving the Status Update Notes to Profiles
Year-Long Professional Content Calendars
Content Squeezy Provides Social media Ideas
Interactive Challenge Platforms
Join and Witness Online Challenges in One Place, at Tigbar
Aggregated Social Insights
IndiePulse Uses Forum and Thread Comments to Find Your Next Projects
Novelty Polling Websites
Funnypoll Gives Users a Quick Laugh in an Often Overwhelming Online Space
Long-Form Content Social Platforms
X Allows Premium+ Subscribers to Create Long-Form Articles
Intellectually Stimulating Social Media
Maven Goes Back to Basics with Traditional Algorithms
AI Social Media Enhancement
Attract AI Elevates Charm on Social Media with a Few Taps
Real-Time Social Maps
Mapin is a Social Map That Connects the Community Through Content
Safety-Oriented Social Tools
Instagram Aims to Protect Vulnerable Teens with its New Safety Update
Invite-Only Family Memory Hubs
Kinnect Unveils its New and Enhanced Mobile Application
Location-Based Photo Sharing
Harbor Creates Personalized Picture Albums Through location Sharing
Content-to-Post Social Tools
Camoo Carousels Transforms Media into Carousel Posts for Social
Elevated Social Media Visuals
SocialScreenshots Creates Stunning Visuals for Online Sharing
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
Social Media Lead Generation
IgLeadGen Helps People Find and Target Leads for Business
Social-Based Pregnancy Tools
Peanut Introduces New Pregnancy Tracking Features for its Social Site
Updated Social Web Apps
Mastodon's New Update Streamlines Notifications and Posting Capabilities
Personalized Film Apps
Movie Me Helps Individuals Discover New Movies
Social-Platform Live Sport Features
Threads is Rolling Out Live Sports Scores with the NBA
TV-Specific Pop Informants
COVER Emerges as the Essential App for TV Show Aficionados
Gamified Inspiration Networks
Dailycrowds Gamifies Social Interaction for Motivation and Insights
Real-Time Home Screen Sharing
Snapshare Widget Lets Users Share Content Right to Friends' Screens
Community Social Apps
Beezle Social Keeps Users Informed Connected with Their Neighbors
Automated Social Media Creation
Postlyy Helps People Effortlessly Manage Their Socials
Social Media Visibility Boosting
Instagram hashtags is a Free Service to Enhance Your Instagram
Dog-Themed Meeting Avatars
Doge Meet Transforms Google Meet Avatars into Talking Doge Characters