Why Is Nobody Seeing My Facebook Posts? (3 Algorithm Traps + Fixes)
You spend time writing thoughtful posts, uploading graphics, maybe even sharing promotions — but your Facebook posts barely get seen. Reach is in the double digits, sometimes zero. It feels like you’re shouting into an empty room.
Here’s why: Facebook’s organic reach has plummeted. On average, only 1.65% of your followers see each post (Social Insider). But there are still ways to break through — if you understand how the algorithm works.
🚫 3 Big Algorithm Traps
1. Your Content Doesn’t Spark “Meaningful Interactions”
Facebook’s algorithm is built to prioritize conversation. If your post doesn’t inspire comments, shares, or discussion, it gets buried.
Fix: Ask engaging questions, run polls, use “fill in the blank” captions, or share behind-the-scenes stories that invite replies.
2. Too Much “Salesy” Content
Promotions, discounts, and “buy now” style posts don’t get shared. In fact, Facebook actively limits reach for overly promotional content.
Fix: Follow the 70/20/10 rule:
70% valuable or entertaining content
20% engagement/community-driven content
10% promotional
3. Posting at the Wrong Time & Frequency
Dumping content when your audience isn’t online means no one sees it. Posting randomly without data means missed opportunity.
Fix: Use Facebook Insights to learn when your audience is most active, then schedule posts for those windows. Start with 3–4 quality posts per week instead of daily low-value posts.
📊 Consumer Insights
Organic reach for business pages averages just 1.65% (Social Insider).
Video posts get 60% more engagement than static posts (Social Media Examiner).
“Meaningful interactions” (comments & shares) are weighted much more than likes (Hootsuite).
✅ How Elevate Marketing Collective Can Help
If your Facebook feels invisible, we can fix that. At Elevate Marketing Collective, we:
Audit your content for algorithm traps
Create post calendars designed to spark engagement
Manage comments and community for you
Track performance and adjust weekly
Stop posting into the void. Let us help you get real reach and results.
👉 [Schedule Your Free Facebook Audit Today]