The Impact of Digital Marketing Through the TikTok Application on Purchase Intent

  • Hasan Alhanatleh
  • , Mahmoud Alghizzawi
  • , Mohammad Habes
  • , Khalaf Tahat
  • , Dina Naser Tahat

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingConference contribution

37 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

This study examines how TikTok's digital marketing affects consumers' intentions to make purchases. Due to its large user base and interesting content style, TikTok, a short video sharing platform, has emerged as an important player in the digital marketing environment. Using distributed questionnaires and primary and secondary sources, a diverse sample of TikTok users was surveyed to measure the extent of their exposure to marketing content, their levels of interaction with this content, and its subsequent impact on their purchase intention. According to preliminary results, TikTok's distinctive mix of entertainment and advertising significantly affects users' desire in making purchases. The platform's algorithm-based content recommendation engine makes sure that marketing content, among the wealth of accessible information, reaches the right audience. This study adds to the growing body of knowledge about digital marketing by shedding light on the effects of TikTok. Marketing professionals can improve their campaigns and repurpose their content to align with the changing expectations of consumers in the digital age by better understanding how TikTok marketing tactics influence purchase intent. Finally, the insights from this study are crucial to making informed decisions and formulating strategies in the dynamic field of digital commerce where spending Businesses are making more money on digital marketing via TikTok.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings - 2023 10th International Conference on Social Networks Analysis, Management and Security, SNAMS 2023
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350318906
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Event10th International Conference on Social Networks Analysis, Management and Security, SNAMS 2023 - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Duration: Nov 21 2023Nov 24 2023

Publication series

NameProceedings - 2023 10th International Conference on Social Networks Analysis, Management and Security, SNAMS 2023

Conference

Conference10th International Conference on Social Networks Analysis, Management and Security, SNAMS 2023
Country/TerritoryUnited Arab Emirates
CityAbu Dhabi
Period11/21/2311/24/23

Keywords

  • Application
  • Digital Marketing
  • Smartphone
  • Social Media
  • TikTok

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Management of Technology and Innovation
  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Information Systems
  • Information Systems and Management
  • Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
  • Communication

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