Sort Social
The SortSocial field guide

A little guidance.
A lot to discover.

From your first collection to your next creative brief.

Getting started

Introduction

A local research workspace for your next piece of content.

Getting started

Install SortSocial

Set up the browser extension and keep your existing collection safe.

Getting started

Your first sort

Collect a short run and find a useful reference.

Platforms

What works where

A clear view of the supported surfaces and their limits.

Platforms

Instagram

Research posts, Reels and Explore results.

Platforms

TikTok

Rank the videos available on a creator’s profile.

Platforms

Facebook

Current platform availability.

Platforms

YouTube Shorts

Research a channel’s short-form videos.

Sorting

How sorting works

Choose your sample, then choose what matters in it.

Sorting

After you sort

Use the results without repeating the collection.

Sorting

Outlier and virality scores

Compare observed performance in context.

Sorting

Opening posts in the player

Review the footage alongside its context.

Exporting

Exporting your data

Take your selected research into a spreadsheet.

Exporting

Google Sheets

Open your CSV research in a Google spreadsheet.

Download & transcribe

Downloading media

Save selected videos and carousel items.

Download & transcribe

Transcribing and analyzing videos

Turn a reference into a usable creative breakdown.

Account & help

Plans and billing

The proposed membership and device allowances.

Account & help

Troubleshooting

Start with the source and preserve the run.

Account & help

Frequently asked questions

Short answers to common setup and research questions.

Studio

Brands and scan runs

Organize research around the work you are doing.

Studio

API keys and costs

Keep control of provider access and spending.

Studio

Android companion

Collect Instagram references using a floating panel.