When ordering from an SMM panel, you'll often see delivery options: instant, gradual, or drip-feed. These aren't just technical details—they affect how your growth appears and how platforms respond to it.
Here's what each delivery type means and when to use them.
The Two Main Delivery Types
Instant Delivery All ordered engagement arrives quickly—usually within minutes to hours. You order 1,000 followers, you get 1,000 followers fast.
Gradual Delivery Engagement arrives spread over time—hours, days, or even weeks. You order 1,000 followers, they arrive in batches over several days.
Some panels also offer drip-feed, where you control exactly how much arrives per day.
When to Use Each
Instant works well for: • Time-sensitive campaigns or launches • Accounts where speed matters more than pattern • Testing a service quickly • Smaller quantities
Gradual works well for: • Building consistent growth over time • Larger quantities that might look unusual if delivered at once • Accounts where you want growth to appear natural • Long-term growth strategies
The Algorithm Factor
Social platforms track growth patterns. A sudden spike of 10,000 followers in an hour looks different than 10,000 followers over two weeks.
Neither is inherently "bad"—viral content does cause sudden spikes. But gradual delivery tends to blend in more naturally with organic growth patterns.
For most users, gradual delivery is the more conservative choice. Instant delivery is fine for many situations but works best in smaller quantities or for accounts that already see variable growth.
Quality Matters More Than Speed
Here's what really matters: the quality of the engagement itself.
High-quality followers with instant delivery often perform better than low-quality followers with gradual delivery. The delivery method is secondary to what's actually being delivered.
When choosing services, focus first on quality tier, then consider delivery method as a secondary factor.
What We Offer
At Genuine Promotion, many of our services offer delivery options. Check individual service descriptions for available speeds.
Our recommendation: match delivery speed to your situation. Launching something and need quick results? Instant works. Building steady growth over time? Gradual makes sense.
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Conclusion
Instant delivery is fast. Gradual delivery is steady. Both have their place depending on your goals and timeline. Choose based on what you're trying to achieve, not just what sounds safer or faster.
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Published by GP Editorial | January 2026
