SFS

What Does SFS Mean?

SFS means "Shoutout for Shoutout," "Snap for Snap," or "Spam for Spam."

The abbreviation SFS is widely used between social media influencers (and wannabees) with the meaning "Shoutout for Shoutout" as a request for mutual promotion.

A shoutout is a mention in a post, usually accompanied by a hashtag, that directs the poster's own followers to the other's page, thereby increasing that page's follower count (e.g., #grammarmonster).

SFS is a request for a reciprocal mention. Many influencers announce their willingness to engage in the practice using the hashtag #SFS. Very popular influencers may even charge for a shoutout.

On Snapchat SFS means "Snap for Snap."

SFS is sometimes referred to as "Spam for Spam."

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Summary of Key Points

First Definition of SFS

"Shoutout for Shoutout" is the most common definition for SFS on WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
SFS
Definition:Shoutout for Shoutout
Type:Abbreviation
Guessability:
3: Guessable
Typical Users:
Adults and Teenagers

Second Definition of SFS

On Snapchat SFS means "Snap for Snap."
SFS
Definition:Snap for Snap
Type:Abbreviation
Guessability:
3: Guessable
Typical Users:
Adults and Teenagers

Third Definition of SFS

SFS also means "Spam for Spam."
SFS
Definition:Spam for Spam
Type:Abbreviation
Guessability:
3: Guessable
Typical Users:
Adults and Teenagers

Example of SFS Used in a Text

SFS

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