Crack the code to generational marketing in 2026

Boomers, Millennials, Gen Z, Gen Alpha: Decoded

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August 10, 2026 11:08am EDT

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Explore the 2026 generational marketing playbook

[New data] Your 2026 generational marketing playbook

Decode consumer behaviors across 4 generations. See how Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and Boomers interact on social to enrich your strategy and boost impact.

Dive into the playbook

Three generations. Three different ways to reach them.

Assumptions age out fast. What worked with your audience last year won't land the same way today.

Explore these deep dives to see what’s moving the needle with Millennials, Gen Z and Gen Alpha right now, how to tailor your strategies to their nuanced preferences and foster loyal communities.

Get the breakdown on Millennial social media behaviors

How Millennials use social media

Millennials didn't just live through the rise of social, they built the culture and 83% plan to engage with brands even more this year. Here’s why the way to win them over is through connection and original storytelling.

Get the full breakdown

Gen Z social media trends and usage

Gen Z are chronically online, flocking to social before they search anywhere else, yet they’re also increasingly cynical. Learn what makes this generation stop scrolling and how to break through to them effectively.

Build trust with Gen Z

Building effective Gen Alpha marketing strategies

Gen Alpha grew up online, but they don't want to live there. Find out why leading brands are meeting this generation offline and how to create immersive community spaces they actually want.

Drive genuine connections