
How to Get 500+ Comments on Every Post (Real Examples Inside)

Ever scroll through social media and see posts with hundreds of comments while yours struggle to get 5?
It's not luck. It's not having more followers. It's a specific underground strategy that leverages the predictable algorithms most key indicators (engagement), most creators don't know about this or are sleeping on it.
I'm going to show you exactly how it works using real examples from posts that got 95k views, and 400+ comments respectively.
The Problem with Most Content
Most people post content like this:
- "Here's a helpful tip..."
- "Check out this cool strategy..."
- "Link in bio for more info..."
And they wonder why engagement is dead.
The issue? You're language is not specific and you're giving everything away for free with no engagement required.
Remember engagement makes your posts blow up!
The Post Drop Method Revealed
The creators getting hundreds of comments do something completely different. They use what I call the "Post Drop Method."
Here's how it works:
Step 1: Create Incredible Value
They start with genuinely valuable content - templates, guides, systems that people actually want.
Step 2: Tease, Don't Tell
Instead of sharing everything in the post, they give just enough to create massive desire for the full thing.
Step 3: Require Engagement
They make people comment to get access. No passive consumption allowed.
Step 4: Build Relationships
Every comment becomes a potential follower, customer, or community member.
Real Example Breakdown
Let's analyze a post that got 563 comments:

Post Drop method Example 1
Hook: "CLAUDE AI JUST CRASHED because too many people are using my LinkedIn system"
Problem/Intrigue: Shows the system is so good it crashed servers
Value Tease: Shows specific student results ($1.2K to $27K/month)
Simple Framework: Lists 4 phases without revealing details
Clear CTA: "comment 'crashed' for the complete system"
Result: 563 people commenting, each one now in their funnel
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Giving away everything in the post - No reason to comment
❌ Weak hooks - "Hope this helps" vs "This crashed the servers"
❌ No clear CTA - People don't know what to do
❌ Complicated requirements - Keep it simple: comment one word
❌ Not following up - The real magic happens in the DMs
"But Isn't This Just Engagement Baiting?"
Let's address the elephant in the room. Some people call this approach "engagement baiting" and look down on it as somehow manipulative or cheap.
Here's the thing: it's not banned or restricted by any social media platform. Instagram, TikTok, X, LinkedIn - none of them prohibit this strategy because it's not actually manipulation.
What makes it different from spam:
- You're providing genuine value that people want
- You're not tricking anyone - they know they're commenting for access
- You fulfill every request with real, helpful content
- People actively choose to engage
The psychology behind why it works: There's something fascinating that happens when you require a small action (like commenting) before giving value. People actually value the content MORE because they had to "work" for it. It's called the IKEA Effect - we value things more when we put effort into getting them.
Compare that to posting everything for free where people scroll past without thinking twice.
The bottom line: If you're delivering real value and people are genuinely happy they commented, you're not "baiting" anyone. You're just being smart about how you distribute your content.
The Biggest Problem: You Don't Own Your Audience
Here's the harsh reality most creators ignore: Every follower on social media belongs to the platform, not you.
Rented vs. Owned Audiences
Social media followers = rented audience
- Platform owns the relationship, not you
- Algorithm decides who sees your content
- Rules can change overnight (or you get banned)
- How many creators have lost everything when platforms changed?
Email subscribers = owned audience
- No algorithm controls your reach
- No platform can take away your list
- Email converts 40x better than social media
- You can message them instantly, anytime
The Scattered Engagement Reality
Here's what happens without email capture:
- 200 TikTok comments → trapped in TikTok DMs
- 150 Instagram comments → stuck in Instagram DMs
- 100 X comments → scattered across X DMs
Result: 450 interested people you can't message as a group.
With email capture: 450 subscribers you can email weekly with new offers.
The math: Instead of 450 one-time interactions, you get 450 people worth $1-10/month each that you can sell to forever.
The Pros and Cons of Post Drops
The Pros (Why It Works So Well)
✅ 50-80% engagement rate vs. 2-6% for traditional posts
✅ People actively raise their hand saying "I want this"
✅ Works on every platform - TikTok, Instagram, X, LinkedIn
✅ Builds genuine relationships through personal interaction
✅ Scales with your audience - more followers = more comments
The Cons (The Real Problems)
❌ Manual DM nightmare - Responding to 500+ comments individually
❌ Sending public links - People download and disappear forever
❌ Zero email capture - No way to re-engage these interested people
❌ Bio link management - Constantly updating your bio with new drops
❌ Platform dependency - All your audience stuck on rented land
The good news? Getting hundreds of comments is a good problem to have. The bad news? Most creators waste this goldmine of engagement.
Tools People Use to Streamline This Process
Smart creators are solving these problems with a combination of tools:
Content Discovery & Scheduling
Tweet Hunter - Find viral posts in your niche and schedule similar content. Great for seeing what's already working and planning your post drops in advance.
DM Automation
ManyChat - Automates the actual DM responses so you don't have to manually reply to hundreds of comments. Sets up chatbots that can handle the initial "send me the link" conversations.
Link in Bio Tools (There are literally hundreds)
The most popular ones include:
- Linktree - The original, simple link aggregator
- Stan Store - Built specifically for selling digital products
- Beacons.ai - All-in-one creator platform with email capture
- Carrd - Super customizable landing page builder
- Tap Bio - Card-based, swipeable bio pages
The Email Capture Problem
Here's where most creators lose money. Even with fancy bio tools, they're still sending people to:
- Direct Google Drive links (zero email capture)
- YouTube videos (no email capture)
- Notion templates (no email capture)
Post Droppr solves this by turning any public link (Google Drive, Notion, YouTube, etc.) into a micro-landing page that captures emails first, then delivers the content. Plus it automatically updates your bio with your latest drops.
The difference? Instead of just organizing your links, you're actually building an email list from every single interaction.
The Secret to Rapid Growth: Consistent Post Drops
Here's what separates creators who get occasional viral posts from those who build massive audiences: consistency.
One successful post drop is great. But creators who grow rapidly are doing this 2-4 times per week.
The Compound Effect
Week 1: 1 post = 200 new emails Week 2: 2 posts = 400 new emails
Week 4: 8 posts = 1,600 new emails Month 3: 24 posts = 4,800 new emails
The math is simple: More valuable content drops = more engaged commenters = bigger email list = more revenue.
But How Do You Create That Much Value?
The secret weapon? AI.
Smart creators are using AI to help them:
- Generate template ideas - "Create 10 Notion template ideas for small business owners"
- Write compelling hooks - "Turn this boring topic into a viral hook"
- Create the actual templates - "Build me a social media content calendar template"
- Optimize their copy - "Make this post more engaging and comment-worthy"
The result: What used to take days of brainstorming and creation now takes hours.
Your Content Creation System
Monday: Use AI to brainstorm 5 template ideas Tuesday: Create 2 templates with AI assistance
Wednesday: Write viral posts for each template Thursday: Post drop #1 Friday: Post drop #2
Rinse and repeat. 2 new valuable templates per week = 100+ new templates per year = constant flow of engaged subscribers.
The bottom line: Consistency beats perfection. It's better to have 50 "good enough" templates than 5 perfect ones, because volume creates momentum and momentum creates growth.
Your Next Steps
- Choose one piece of valuable content you can "drop"
- Write a post using the template above
- Set up email capture (not just direct links)
- Create a system to keep your bio updated
- Track your results and iterate
The Post Drop Method isn't just about getting comments. It's about turning every interaction into a relationship you own.
Ready to try it? Your first 500-comment post is just one compelling story away.
Want the complete framework with templates and real examples? Check out our detailed guide that breaks down each step with copy-paste templates you can use today.

Roger Chappel
Founder of Postdropr
Roger Chappel is the founder of Postdropr, the micro-landing page platform that converts social media engagement into email subscribers. With a technical background building scalable products at Axis Labs and expertise spanning AI/ML, full-stack development, and automation, he's dedicated to solving the creator economy's lead capture problem. His mission: help creators escape platform dependency and build audiences they actually own
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