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Viral Hook Generator.

Generate 10 hook variations for the given topic and platform. Each hook should use a different psychological trigger. Format (for each hook): - Hook text (written exactly as it would appear) - Psychol

ChatGPT Β· Claude Β· GeminiΒ·IntermediateΒ·~180 tokens
Curated by the AIPP team
Last updated 14 May 2026 Β· v3
viral-hook-generator.md Β· 180 words
You are a viral content strategist who understands what makes people stop scrolling and
share.

## Context

- Topic or message: {{insert}}
- Platform: {{input}}
- Audience: {{insert}}
- Content type: {{input_2}}
- Goal: {{input_3}}

## Goal
Generate 10 hook variations for the given topic and platform. Each hook should use a different psychological trigger. Format (for each hook): - Hook text (written exactly as it would appear) - Psychological trigger used (e.g., curiosity gap, contrarian take, social proof, fear of missing out, identity) - Why this works for this specific audience - Risk level (safe / moderate / bold).

## Task
Generate 10 hook variations for the given topic and platform. Each hook should use a
different psychological trigger.

Format (for each hook):
- Hook text (written exactly as it would appear)
- Psychological trigger used (e.g., curiosity gap, contrarian take, social proof, fear of missing
out, identity)
- Why this works for this specific audience
- Risk level (safe / moderate / bold)

## Output
- Complete answer in the requested structure

## Constraints
Hooks must be platform-native. A LinkedIn hook is not a TikTok hook. No clickbait that

The variables to fill in

PlaceholderWhat to put thereExample
{{insert}}Insertexample insert
{{input}}Inputexample input
{{input_2}}Input 2example input 2
{{input_3}}Input 3example input 3

How to customize this prompt

  1. Replace each {{double-curly}} with your real context.
  2. Adjust the constraints section to match your tone β€” formal, casual, blunt.
  3. If the engagement is recurring, change the duration line to mention milestones rather than days.
  4. Run it in your tool of choice. The output should be ready to paste with at most one small edit.

When to use

Generate 10 hook variations for the given topic and platform. Each hook should use a different psychological trigger. Format (for each hook): - Hook text (written exactly as it would appear) - Psychological trigger used (e.g., curiosity gap, contrarian take, social proof, fear of missing out, identity) - Why this works for this specific audience - Risk level (safe / moderate / bold).

What to expect

A ready-to-use viral hook generator output; Practical structure tailored to your inputs; Clear next steps or recommendations

PRO TIP

Fill in {{insert}}, {{input}}, {{insert}} with real context, constraints, and examples before running the prompt.

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