How to use Cosmos: a beginner's guide to the viral social media platform made for creatives

Cosmos social media platform
(Image credit: Cosmos)

With traditional social media becoming oversaturated with fake news, ads, and engagement bait, it's no surprise that creatives are looking to migrate to new online platforms. One of the most promising rising stars is Cosmos – the "unfiltered, streamlined platform designed to serve artists, designers, and creators."

While there are plenty of social media platforms for creatives, Cosmos boasts the added appeal of sleek UI, user-friendly curation and an ad-free environment to get inspired. Free from the noise of typical social media, Cosmos is the perfect serene space to curate and connect ideas – an experience that prioritises "calm and curiosity over distraction".

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Natalie Fear
Staff Writer

Natalie is Creative Bloq's staff writer. With an eye for trending topics and a passion for internet culture, she brings you the latest in art and design news. A recent English Literature graduate, Natalie enjoys covering the lighter side of the news and brings a fresh and fun take to her articles. Outside of work (if she’s not glued to her phone), she loves all things music and enjoys singing sweet folky tunes.

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