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“TBT” is a classic internet acronym that means “throwback Thursday”. People on Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, and other social media platforms use it to display fun, nostalgic, or thoughtful photos or stories that depict the past. Creating TBT posts is also a great way to drive engagement on your personal or professional social media accounts. We’ll tell you more about what the tag means and what it’s used for, show you lots of fun ideas for using it in your next post, and offer a list of best practices to make sure you’re taking full advantage of the popularity tag.
- “TBT” is an acronym for “Throwback Thursday” and is used to post pictures or videos of memories or past times.
- Tag your posts with #TBT to share anything from portraits from old yearbooks, nostalgic merchandise, or retro curios like old ads or vintage photos.
- Use #TBT to share fond memories of past vacations or events, show a before/after comparison, or share fun facts about the past.
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