# What is the difference between influencer marketing and UGC marketing?

> Influencer marketing focuses on creators promoting brands to their own audience, while UGC marketing uses creator-made content on the brand’s channels.…

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**Influencer marketing focuses on creators promoting brands to their own audience, while UGC marketing uses creator-made content on the brand’s channels.** Influencers bring reach, UGC creators provide authentic content without needing followers.