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Growth Hacking

Rapid, experiment-driven marketing focused on finding low-cost, scalable ways to grow users or revenue.

By Brandon MinaCEO, BrandPilot AIUpdated November 2026

Short answer

Growth hacking is rapid, experiment-driven marketing focused on finding low-cost, scalable ways to grow users or revenue. Practitioners combine data analysis, product changes and creative tactics, running many small tests across the funnel and doubling down on what works. The approach is most associated with startups that need fast traction on limited budgets.