The CleoSocial Blog
News, updates, and insights from the team building social media that respects your time.
Why the Problem With Social Media Isn't Addiction
Why the problem with social media isn't addiction, but unchecked content. Learn how to protect your mind with ratings and intentional choices.
What You Actually Agree to When You Click "Accept"
Learn what you're actually agreeing to when you click "I agree." A practical guide to the rights you give away, the data you share, and how to protect yourself on social media platforms.
How Content Ratings Protect Teens Online
Discover how content ratings create safer spaces online. Learn why movie-style ratings help families talk about digital safety and give teens control.
How Scheduled Social Media Breaks Improve Your Wellbeing
Discover how scheduled social media breaks can reduce stress, improve sleep, and help you feel more present in your life.
How to Build Real Connections Online
Learn how to build genuine connections beyond follower counts. Discover practical strategies for meaningful digital relationships.
How the Ad Model Shapes What You See on Social Media
How the social media advertising model influences your feed, your data, and your screen time. Understanding what drives engagement metrics.
Time to Inappropriate Content: What We Found Testing Four Major Platforms
We ran a controlled test measuring how long it takes to encounter inappropriate content on major social platforms. The results reveal a problem most users sense but cannot measure.
The State of Surprise Content: How Social Media Blindsides Users
Original research analyzing how often social media users encounter unexpected inappropriate content. We synthesized data from Pew, Common Sense Media, Stanford, and APA studies into the first composite picture of "surprise content" exposure.
A Proposal — Content Ratings for Social Media
Why I Built a Social Network That Doesn't Want Your Attention
What Social Media Apps Track Without You Realizing
Most social media platforms collect far more data than users expect. Learn what apps track about your behavior, location, and more.
How Content Ratings Give Adults More Control Online
Discover how content ratings for adults help you filter what you see on social media and protect your mental health and wellbeing.
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