Social Listening: Definition & Guide [![Leedlime](/logo.svg)Leedlime](/) [How it works](#how-it-works) [Pricing](/pricing) [FAQ](#faq) [Book a Call](https://cal.com/theanimeshs/leedlime-demo) [Log in](https://app.leedlime.com/login) [Start free trial](https://app.leedlime.com/signup) [← All Glossary](/glossary) # Social Listening: Definition & Guide Social listening is the process of monitoring digital conversations to understand what customers are saying about your brand and industry. Definition The monitoring of social media channels and any web platform for mentions of your brand, competitors, product, and keywords related to your business. ## Why Social Listening is a Superpower Social listening allows you to hear the “unfiltered” truth about what people think. 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