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Couple Joy - Faceless Slideshow Growth

2M+ Views, 60K+ Likes, 200+ Videos

This Weeks Newsletter includes:

  • Couple Joy’s TikTok strategy + Toolkit overview ✅

  • Update: New slideshow format analysis taking TikTok by storm

  • Couple Joy TikTok strategy overview

  • Exclusive access to 10K MRR handbook. If you’ve been looking to understand the basics of social media & figure out the right strategy to grow your consumer app to 10K MRR organically this is a must read ✅

Strategy Overview 📚

Couple Joy is a relationship app designed to help couples strengthen their bond through shared activities and intimate conversations. Think Headspace meets Truth or Dare. Their strategy centers around slideshow-based "Would You Rather" content targeting couples, with their most popular slideshow surpassing 400K+ views, 11K+ likes, and 8K+ saves.

What's remarkable is they've completely pivoted from traditional video content to static slideshows—a strategy that's proven incredibly effective for engagement and saves. Their approach leverages intimate, spicy questions that couples can't resist discussing, driving both viral reach and direct app downloads.

Here are some of their most successful slideshows and how they did it 👇:

🎬 Spicy Questions for Couples - Would You Rather: 400K+ Views, 11K+ Likes, 8K+ Saves

Hook: "🌶️ Spicy questions for couples 🌶️ WOULD YOU RATHER?"

Format: Text carousel

Why this slideshow worked:

  • Use "Would you rather" framing to make explicit questions feel like a game rather than direct statements

  • Pair sexual content with romantic couple imagery to create aspirational context that enables sharing

  • Target couples with explicit questions that generate immediate discussion and private sharing

  • Create reference-worthy content that couples save for later use (8K saves = 2% save rate)

🎬 3 Spicy Relationship Questions - Questions for Soulmates: 135K+ Views, 4K+ Likes, 2.5K+ Saves

Hook: "🌶️ 3 spicy relationship questions 🌶️ QUESTIONS FOR SOULMATES"

Format: Text carousel

Why this slideshow worked:

  • Target "soulmates" specifically to reach committed couples who engage with more intimate content

  • Use romantic couple photography to soften explicit questions and increase shareability

  • Ask direct intimate questions without choice format to test different engagement approaches

  • Build emotional connection with couple imagery before presenting explicit content

🎬 First Spicy Questions Series: 129K+ Views, 1.8K+ Likes, 1K+ Saves

Hook: "🌶️ Spicy questions for couples 🌶️ WOULD YOU RATHER?"

Format: Text carousel

Why this slideshow worked:

  • Create curiosity gaps between slides to encourage users to swipe through entire carousel

  • Focus on clean design with minimal distractions to keep attention on the questions

  • Use provocative but not explicit questions to cast a wider net for initial audience testing

  • Test slideshow format over video content to reduce production complexity while maintaining engagement

Key takeaways from Couple Joy’s TikTok Strategy: 💡

  • Slideshows are gaining traction Static carousel posts are outperforming video content in few niches. The slower consumption pace allows viewers to process and discuss each question together. Users are saving these slideshows as conversation starters for later use.

  • Spice Level Creates Virality The strategic use of "spicy" framing and intimate questions creates a perfect storm of curiosity and shareability. Couples feel compelled to engage because the content feels exclusive and slightly taboo, making them more likely to share privately.

  • App Store Integration Strategy The final slide consistently drives users to search "Couple Joy on AppStore" rather than using direct links. This approach boosts organic App Store rankings while feeling less promotional than traditional CTA slides.

Is there another marketing strategy you would like to see a breakdown for? Email or DM me, always open to requests.

Cheers!

Nick & Julia 🤝

PS: Julia just dropped her Growth Kit Handbook that includes insights on how exactly she’s managed to generate over 150M impressions across TikTok and Reels. Premium subscribers will receive 15% off both handbooks with the code below 👇

FORMAT TOOLKIT (PREMIUM CONTENT) 🛠️

Couple Joy's marketing strategy is built on three core concepts:

  • Question-Based Engagement: Every slideshow centers on thought-provoking relationship questions

  • Progressive Intimacy: Questions get progressively more intimate throughout the slideshow

  • Visual Simplicity: Clean, minimalist design keeps focus on the content

Toolkit info: 👇 Replicability Rating: 4/5 (Easy to replicate)
Song list: 10 Audio songs to match the vibe
Platform: TikTok, Instagram Reels
App category: Relationship, Lifestyle Asset
Format: Text carousels with gradient backgrounds

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