Social Network UpScrolled Sees Surge In Downloads Following TikTok’s US Takeover
UpScrolled downloads spike 2,850% as users seek authentic social connection beyond algorithm-driven platforms.
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Social Network UpScrolled Sees Surge In Downloads Following TikTok’s US Takeover
UpScrolled Downloads Surge After TikTok Shift Users are flocking to UpScrolled in record numbers following TikTok's recent U.S. ownership transition. The social platform saw a 2,850% spike in daily downloads, with over 41,000 new installs in just three days. Many cite its promise of transparent algorithms and user-controlled experiences as the draw. If you're wondering whether UpScrolled offers a genuine alternative to mainstream social apps—and what makes it different—here's what new users are discovering. Credit: UpScrolled Why Users Are Making the Switch Now The timing isn't accidental. When news broke that TikTok's U.S. operations had changed hands last Thursday, a quiet but significant migration began. Within hours, UpScrolled climbed to #12 overall in the App Store and #2 among social networking apps. Unlike platforms where engagement metrics dictate visibility, UpScrolled emphasizes chronological feeds and creator-owned audiences. Founder Issam Hijazi, a Palestin…