[That is subject to regulation] Official announcement from note! New rules that will get you banned if you don't follow them, and survival strategies in the AI era
[That is subject to regulation] Official announcement from note! New rules that will get you banned if you don't follow them, and survival strategies in the AI era
Hello. In this article, I will explain in detail the "major rule changes" announced by the operating company, note inc., regarding the increasingly popular side hustles and content sales on note.
"I've been posting articles lately, but I feel like they're getting less views than before..."
"I'm using AI to efficiently mass-produce articles, but is it okay to keep doing this?"
If you are harboring such anxieties, missing this official announcement could put you at risk of having your account suddenly deleted or being completely shut out of top search results. In this article, I will thoroughly explain note's latest algorithm and concrete measures for surviving from here on out.
1. The biggest upheaval happening on note! The shock of the official announcement
Right now, a very important change is taking place on the note platform. Many creators are taking this change lightly, but in reality, we are at a turning point that will decisively separate those who will grow rapidly from now on and those who will completely disappear.
The trigger was a clear announcement from note inc. regarding "strengthening responses to mechanical mass posting and spam behavior." The published document states the following:
"Due to mechanical mass registration and posting by some accounts, situations are arising where valuable works are being buried and it is becoming difficult for readers to find good content. Therefore, we will take appropriate measures in stages against acts of mechanically posting large numbers of articles, spam posting, and other similar acts. We have also confirmed organized abuse and nuisance behavior using external services. We are considering strict responses, especially for malicious cases."
At first glance, you might feel that "they are just starting to take obvious measures." However, this move is not just a tightening of rules, but the beginning of a "great culling" to protect the order of the entire note platform from its foundation.
2. Why did note decide to carry out a "mass culling" now?
The background to note inc. embarking on such strict regulations and crackdowns is related to the recent side hustle boom and the rapid spread of AI tools.
Currently, the following problematic behaviors are rampant in the note market.
Easy mass production of plausible-looking articles using AI tools
Methods that try to compete solely on the number of posts or character count despite having hollow content
Fraudulent acts of gathering hollow numbers using mutual follows or fake "likes"
As a result of the rapid increase in creators engaging in these prohibited behaviors, a serious situation has occurred where truly valuable and wonderful articles do not reach readers and are buried deep in timelines and search results. The management has decided that they "cannot leave this alone any longer" and has stepped in to correct the situation where creators who are working hard and writing articles diligently are losing out, while accounts using underhanded methods to bypass the rules are standing out.
3. [Absolutely NG] "3 dangerous actions" that will get your account deleted on note
If you intend to continue posting on note and aim for monetization, you must absolutely avoid the prohibited actions that the management has clearly identified as "targets for exclusion." Let's check the three specific points of what you must not do.
(1) "Mechanical mass posting" using AI or external tools
Until now, there have been quite a few people who used AI or external automation tools to mass-produce multiple articles a day, aiming for search traffic and exposure. However, from now on, this "style of mechanically dropping articles multiple times a day" is extremely dangerous.
Because it directly contradicts the policy set by note, Inc. of "creating an environment where everyone can start creating with peace of mind and continue safely" and "strengthening responses to nuisance behavior so that creators' works can properly reach readers," the risk of your account being detected, suspended, or deleted will increase.
(2) "Thin articles" that are long on word count but lack substance or primary information
Posting thin content or collections of information seen elsewhere, based on the simplistic idea that "having a high word count will be advantageous for SEO," is also out. Readers can tell at a glance that "this is a thin article written by AI or some random tool."
The official note announcement also points out that "writing primary information and building articles that continue to be searched for will result in articles that are still read a year from now." Articles that do not contain unique primary information based on actual experience, rather than superficial word-count padding, will be ruthlessly weeded out from now on.
(3) Inoffensive articles that "solve no one's problems"
Something that has been increasing recently is articles with blurred targets, written with the vague stance of "I hope this is useful to someone."
However, writing that deeply resonates with note readers is not inoffensive content aimed at an unspecified number of people, but rather "articles that deeply empathize with the specific worries of just one person or someone in the same situation as your past self." Articles with no persona set are no longer catching anyone's eye in the current note, where the accuracy of the recommendation function has improved.
4. On the contrary, it's a huge opportunity! 3 strategies for explosive growth and long-term survival on note from here on out
Hearing this, you might feel anxious, thinking, "Is it impossible to earn money on note anymore...?" However, for those who understand the essence, this rule change is "a golden opportunity for people who are seriously putting out valuable content to be properly evaluated."
In a market where dishonest rivals and spam accounts are disappearing one after another, I will explain the specific strategies for you to survive and aim for a monthly income of 100,000 to 1 million yen, divided into three parts.
Strategy 1: Abandon the "throw enough mud at the wall and some will stick" mindset and focus on primary information
Until now, there were situations where the brute-force approach of "just post a huge amount every day and you'll hit the mark" worked. However, from now on, you must completely abandon that way of thinking.
Mass-produced articles without substance will be treated as mere noise and excluded from the platform. It is more important than anything else to carefully verbalize your own experiences, failures, and real insights (primary information) gained through verification, and to maximize the density and value of each article.
Strategy 2: Persona design that pierces the worries of "just one person"
When writing an article, abandon the idea of "I hope this gets read by a lot of people somehow."
People who are worried about the same situation as your past self
People who have hit a specific wall and are looking for concrete solutions
In this way, narrowing your target down to "just one person" and weaving a message that deeply pierces that person's heart is the biggest secret to being favored by note's recommendation engine.
Strategy 3: Presenting "concrete next actions" so readers aren't left wondering what to do after reading
Unlike social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) where skimming is the norm, note readers tend to visit with a very strong desire for 'clear answers or solutions' to their questions.
Therefore, if you end your article leaving the reader thinking, 'Hmm, that was informative,' you are actually causing them stress. At the end of your article, be sure to provide a clear next action, explaining exactly what they should do next after reading. Adding this extra step will dramatically increase reader satisfaction and create an environment where they are more likely to 'Like' or 'Follow' you.
5. Summary: Turn the rule changes from a 'crisis' into your 'greatest opportunity'
This official announcement and tightening of regulations by note Inc. might at first glance feel like restrictive and stifling. However, in essence, it is nothing more than 'a measure to eliminate dishonest accounts that tried to make quick money by taking the easy way out with sloppy tools, and to rescue creators who are genuinely engaging with their readers.'
Mechanical mass posting, spamming, and hollow AI-generated articles will not survive in the future.
Instead of competing on 'quantity,' create high-quality content based on primary information and personal experience.
Thoroughly implement a reader-friendly design that addresses the concerns of even a single individual and encourages specific actions after reading.
If you can internalize these fundamentals and continue operating your note with the right design, your articles will quickly stand out in a blue ocean market where your rivals have been reduced.
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Armed with the right knowledge and strategy, let's build a way for you to earn an income as an individual that doesn't depend on a company, starting today!
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