"Influencer" is a term used to describe individuals who have the power to influence the opinions, behaviors, and purchases of their followers on social media platforms. There are several types of influencers:
- Celebrities: Famous people from entertainment, sports, or other media, with large followings on social media platforms. Examples include Kylie Jenner, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Beyoncé.
- Macro-influencers: Individuals who have developed a sizable online following, typically over 100,000 followers or more, have established themselves as experts or content creators in a particular niche, such as fashion, beauty, or food. Examples include Chiara Ferragni and Gary Vaynerchuk.
- Micro-influencers: Individuals with a smaller following, typically between 10,000 to 100,000 followers, with a highly engaged and loyal audience that trusts their expertise and recommendations, usually concentrated in a specific niche. Examples might be FoodieCrush or Chris Burkard.
- Nano-influencers: Individuals with very small or niche followings, usually between 1,000-10,000 followers, who are highly knowledgeable about specific topics and can provide valuable insights or recommendations to their followers. Examples might be Instagram accounts dedicated to vegan recipes or vintage cars.