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What Does “SFS” Mean On Tiktok, And How Do I Use It?

Acronyms are pretty commonly used on social media platforms. But unfortunately, new hashtags and acronyms are being introduced every day, and keeping up with them can be challenging. And among them, there is the #SFS. But what does it mean?

SFS on TikTok means “shoutout for shoutout.” TikTokkers post videos with #SFS when they want to increase the reach of their content. It helps them increase their followers, and in exchange, they’re meant to cross-promote the person who gave them a shoutout.      

Whether you’re trying to keep yourself updated or keep up with a generation, knowing the complete form of acronyms can help avoid confusion. Now, let’s look at the full form of SFS on TikTok and how it can help TikTokkers.

What Does “SFS” Mean on TikTok?

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On TikTok, SFS means “shoutout for shoutout.” TikTokkers caption their videos with SFS when they want their followers to reshare these videos or content. 

SFS is typically used as a hashtag to increase the video’s reach. Whenever you see #SFS on a TikTok video, it means that the TikToker has shared the video with the intention of getting unlimited shares. 

By sharing their videos, you help them out and ensure better reach for your own content. In addition, when you help them out, they will cross-promote you in return.  

A user may tag or DM you in an SFS post to get your attention. The intention and meaning behind SFS are the same on Twitter, Whatsapp, TikTok, and all other social platforms. 

How to Use SFS on TikTok 

The intent behind a video posted on TikTok with #SFS is to ask all the followers to reshare it. In return, you’ll also be expected to promote other influencers and users. The caption #SFS can be used for any promotion and benefits both parties.   

For instance, if you want to promote yourself as a makeup artist, you can post your makeup tutorial and caption it with #SFS. In addition, adding hashtags such as # makeup, #todayslook, #glam, etc., further helps to reach more people.

If you want to get the attention of a specific person, you should tag that person in your #SFS post. 

Many people find #SFS posts annoying because of their clickbait nature. Make sure your video has good content. Mark your videos with #SFS only if they’re worth sharing. This will help you optimize the reach of your content.

You can also promote a friend or help out another influencer by sharing their SFS-labeled videos with your followers. In return, they’ll share your profile and content with their followers. As a result, both of you will get hundreds of new followers and likes. 

You can also choose to ignore #SFS posts if you want. However, you don’t need to share these posts even if you’re tagged.

What are the Other Meanings of SFS? 

Some other meanings of SFS are:

So f*cking stressed

Remember that if you see videos on TikTok marked with #SFS, it always means “shoutout for shoutout.” However, if you see this acronym without the hashtag used in a text message by a friend who’s very anxious about something, it means “so f*cking stressed.” 

For instance, “Got my SATs coming up and SFS about it. Could you come over and help me out.” 

Seriously funny sh*t

This acronym typically pops up in text messages between friends. Luckily, it’s easy to tell whether someone is trying to say “seriously funny sh*t” or “so f*cking stressed” by paying attention to the conversation. 

For example, you might receive a text from your friend saying, “Wait till you hear what my cat did today. It’s some SFS…”

SFS on Snapchat

WhatsApp SFS

SFS has three connotations on Snapchat. All these connotations have a promotional intent and are shared with people in return for engagement. SFS on Snapchat implies “Snap for Snap, Spam for Spam, or Shoutout for Shoutout.” 

If you’re tagged on SFS content, the user is willing to acknowledge your account in exchange for acknowledgment on theirs.