Hey there! It seems like there’s a lot of buzz around loop giveaways lately. I’ve noticed some intense reactions, with people even unfollowing their favorite bloggers over loop giveaway participation. Honestly, I get it if someone’s posting about them every week—that can be annoying. But, if your favorite blogger joins one every now and then, maybe think twice before hitting that unfollow button. When done properly, loop giveaways can actually be a pretty effective marketing tool in my opinion.
I’ve always been straight with you, so yes, I’ve taken part in about five loop giveaways over the years. I don’t do them often, but if a good one comes along, I’m up for it. I even organized one myself to make sure it was a great group involved.
If you’re still on the fence about participating in a loop giveaway, I hope my take on their pros and cons helps you decide if they’re right for you.
So, what exactly is a Loop Giveaway? It’s a promotion where participants follow each other’s accounts in a loop, with a big prize up for grabs. Everyone chips in money to fund the prize, and when it kicks off, they all start at the same time to keep the loop going. Instructions usually come via WeChat.
Now, onto the pros. Loop giveaways can be super beneficial if done wisely. Here’s some advice from my experience: Research the host before jumping in. My first loop giveaway was a total scam with no real winners, just their friends. Make sure the host is legit and not using bots. Also, check who else is participating. You want people with a similar audience to yours to ensure real engagement with your content.
Hitting all the right marks can lead to a big bump in followers and a lot of engagement, attracting even more people to your account naturally. And if one of your followers wins, it’s an awesome feeling to give them something special!
Of course, there are cons. They can be pricey to join, especially for smaller, niche loops, and many followers might drop off once it ends. This isn’t all bad, though. Those who leave are often the less genuine accounts. The followers who stay tend to be genuinely interested in your content.
Another downside is spam comments. They can be super irritating. Plus, some people think loop giveaways are like buying followers, which is totally different. Loop giveaways, if targeted correctly, help genuinely interested people discover your content.
Finding a good loop giveaway can be tricky. Some accounts may spam you, but word of mouth is often best. If you see a blogger in a solid giveaway, reach out to get the host’s contact, as they might host again and can add you to their list. There are also secret giveaways where only sponsors post, but I’m still on the fence about these. They brought new followers and interaction, but also a lot of spam comments.
Anyway, that’s my take on loop giveaways. What do you think? Maybe I’ve changed your perspective, or perhaps not. It’s all good! Just wanted to share my thoughts with you.
Take care!
x, E