The potential TikTok ban in the US has left brands and creators exploring alternatives, with Rednote (Xiaohongshu) emerging as a popular choice among Gen Z.
Published On: January 17, 2025
Rednote recently climbed to #1 on the US App Store, offering TikTok-like features, including video-based feeds. In 2024, posts mentioning “fashion” generated $22.5M in Media Value on the platform, with 99.9% coming from organic content. This surge highlights its potential for influencer marketing.
Rednote is already capitalising on its new-found popularity in the US by adopting TikTok-style video formats and introducing bilingual subtitles to engage wider audiences. However, its China-centric design, like subcategories available only in Chinese, limits international accessibility.
Despite its growing popularity, Rednote, like TikTok, may face scrutiny as a Chinese-owned app, posing long-term risks in the US market.
This transition could redefine influencer marketing strategies:
Rednote is a platform worth watching as these developments unfold. What do you think? Could it replace TikTok?
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