As identical as TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts seem to be, creators are able to parse out the short-form vertical video platforms’ differences and point out the pros of their similarities.
July 11, 2022

Here is what creators say separates TikTok from Instagram Reels from YouTube Shorts.

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