GITNUXREPORT 2026

Brand Authenticity Statistics

Consumer trust in brand authenticity is now a non-negotiable requirement for loyalty.

Written by Kevin O'Brien·Edited by Marcus Engström·Fact-checked by Yumi Nakamura

Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified Feb 13, 2026·Next review: Aug 2026

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76% of consumers believe that companies should do more than just make money

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67% of consumers say they will stay loyal to a brand long-term if it is transparent

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94% of consumers are likely to be loyal to a brand that offers complete transparency

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73% of consumers say they would be willing to pay more for a brand that promises total transparency

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52% of consumers say they will pay more to a brand that is transparent

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39% of consumers say they would switch to a new brand if it offered full product transparency

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82% of consumers say they will always choose a brand that they trust over a brand that is cheaper

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92% of consumers say that they would recommend a brand they trust to others

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74% of consumers say that they consider brand values before making a purchase

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50% of consumers say they are willing to pay a premium for brands that have a positive social impact

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45% of consumers say they would switch to a brand that is more environmentally friendly

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80% of consumers say they are more likely to purchase from a brand that offers personalized experiences

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65% of consumers say that a company’s social responsibility is a key factor in their purchasing decisions

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78% of consumers say that they feel better about a company when they see its CEO taking a stand on social issues

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87% of consumers say they will purchase a product because the company advocated for an issue they cared about

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76% of consumers say they would refuse to buy a product from a company that held a position contrary to their beliefs

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55% of consumers say they will pay more for products from companies that are committed to positive social and environmental impact

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61% of consumers say that brand authenticity is a major factor in their long-term loyalty

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40% of consumers say they have stopped purchasing from a brand that they once liked because they no longer trusted it

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64% of consumers say that shared values are the primary reason they have a relationship with a brand

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70% of consumers believe that it’s more important for brands to be authentic than ever before

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60% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that shows high levels of authenticity

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88% of consumers say they would rather buy from a brand that is honest about its mistakes than one that hides them

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53% of consumers say they feel a stronger connection to a brand when its values match their own

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44% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that features "real customers" in its advertising

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72% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that is honest about its manufacturing process

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68% of consumers say that a company’s story is very important in their decision to buy from them

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85% of consumers say they are motivated to buy from brands that demonstrate empathy

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79% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from brands that show they care about their customers

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66% of consumers say that trust and authenticity are more important than product quality when choosing a brand

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86% of consumers say authenticity is important when deciding which brands they like and support

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81% of consumers say they need to be able to trust a brand to buy from them

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90% of millennials say brand authenticity is important

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71% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that shares their values

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66% of consumers think transparency is one of a brand’s most attractive qualities

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63% of consumers prefer to buy from authentic brands over competitors that hide their true selves

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54% of consumers don’t believe companies have their best interests at heart

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48% of consumers say they are more likely to become loyal to a brand if it shows authenticity

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37% of consumers say they would stop buying from a brand if they felt it was being inauthentic

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83% of consumers believe that it’s important for brands to take a stand on social issues

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43% of consumers find traditional advertising less credible than user-generated content

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77% of consumers buy from brands that share the same values as they do

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57% of consumers think that less than half of brands create content that resonates as authentic

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62% of consumers say that a company’s ethical values influence their purchasing decisions

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88% of consumers say that trust is more important now than it was a year ago

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46% of consumers say they would pay more for a brand they trust

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91% of consumers are willing to reward a brand for its authenticity

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70% of consumers say they want to know how the brands they buy from are addressing social and environmental issues

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75% of consumers say they will stop buying from brands that don't match their values

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59% of consumers prefer to buy from brands that are human and relatable

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64% of consumers find brands that take a stand on social issues more attractive

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82% of consumers say they prefer a brand's values to align with their own

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73% of consumers say they care about the company behind the product, not just the product itself

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56% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand if the CEO is visible and shares company values

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61% of consumers say that brand authenticity is more important to them now than it was 5 years ago

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68% of consumers say they trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations

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52% of consumers say they feel a stronger connection to brands when they can see the "real" people behind them

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47% of consumers say they will walk away from a brand if they feel betrayed by its actions

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79% of consumers state that user-generated content highly impacts their purchasing decisions

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89% of shoppers stay loyal to brands that share their values

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90% of consumers find user-generated content (UGC) more influential than promotional emails

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70% of consumers prefer to learn about a company through articles rather than advertisements

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86% of consumers say they can tell the difference between brand-created content and user-generated content

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60% of consumers say that UGC is the most authentic form of content

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20% of consumers say that brand-created content is the most authentic

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92% of consumers trust earned media, such as word-of-mouth and recommendations from friends and family

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82% of marketers say that content marketing is very important for building brand trust

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54% of consumers want to see more video content from brands they support

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72% of consumers say they trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations

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84% of consumers say they search for social proof before making a purchase

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57% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that uses "real people" in its marketing

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50% of consumers find authentic content to be the most influential in their buying process

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63% of consumers say they would prefer to follow a human brand on social media rather than a corporate one

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81% of consumers say that brand transparency on social media is very important to them

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58% of consumers say that they would trust a brand more if it posted non-promotional content on social media

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45% of consumers say they would unfollow a brand on social media if it posted too many promotional messages

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89% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand that responds to social media comments

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71% of consumers say they expect brands to communicate with them in a more personalized and authentic way

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56% of consumers say they find brands that use humor to be more authentic

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43% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that uses storytelling in its advertising

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68% of consumers say they trust content from influencers who are honest about their partnerships

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61% of consumers say that they find influencers more authentic than celebrities

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80% of influencers believe that authenticity is the most important factor in their success

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52% of consumers say they find video testimonials to be the most trustworthy form of social proof

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78% of consumers say that seeing a brand's behind-the-scenes content makes them feel more connected to the brand

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64% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand that shows its employees in its social media posts

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59% of consumers say they find brands that use real-life images (not stock photos) to be more authentic

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82% of consumers say that a brand's responsiveness to negative reviews makes it more authentic

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70% of consumers say they feel more loyal to brands that provide authentic educational content

Statistic 90

55% of consumers say they feel that brands are often too polished and fake in their marketing materials

Statistic 91

80% of companies say they are making authenticity a priority in their marketing strategy

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92% of marketing leaders believe that authenticity is essential to their brand's success

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70% of brand managers say that building trust is their top priority

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65% of companies say that their brand purpose is a key driver of their business performance

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81% of companies believe that being a "purpose-led brand" is important for long-term growth

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72% of companies say they are investing more in transparency initiatives

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58% of business leaders believe that they are failing to meet consumer expectations for brand authenticity

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62% of CEOs say they are taking a more vocal stance on social and political issues

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84% of businesses believe that their reputation is their most valuable asset

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75% of companies say that they are using more user-generated content in their marketing to build authenticity

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60% of companies say that they are prioritizing "human-centric" design in their products and services

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48% of companies say they are struggling to find a balance between being authentic and being profitable

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69% of marketers say that they have seen a positive return on investment (ROI) from their authenticity-focused campaigns

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82% of HR leaders believe that brand authenticity is critical for attracting top talent

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63% of employees say they would rather work for a company that is perceived as authentic

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77% of business leaders say that customer trust is more important now than it was before the pandemic

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80% of companies say they are using storytelling to communicate their brand's values

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56% of companies say that they have revised their brand mission statement to be more authentic

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64% of companies say that they are more transparent about their mistakes and failures than they were 5 years ago

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71% of businesses believe that brand authenticity is the key to building emotional connections with customers

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83% of marketing experts agree that authentic brands will outperform inauthentic brands in the next decade

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67% of brands say they are using social media more for two-way communication rather than one-way broadcasting

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59% of companies say they are partnering with more authentic influencers who align with their core values

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74% of brand leaders say that authenticity is the best way to stand out in a crowded marketplace

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88% of executives say their brand's values are integrated into their daily decision-making

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52% of businesses are investing in "authenticity training" for their customer-facing employees

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66% of companies say they are more focused on "community building" as part of their brand strategy

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79% of marketing departments are using more "real-world" visuals in their branding

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70% of product developers say that transparency about ingredients/sourcing is a top priority

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81% of companies believe that authenticity is essential for maintaining a positive online reputation

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87% of consumers say that brand authenticity is a key reason why they follow a brand on social media

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75% of consumers say they are more likely to share authentic content from a brand on their own social media pages

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62% of consumers say they feel more loyal to a brand that responds to their questions on social media

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84% of consumers say they feel a stronger connection to a brand when it shows its "human side"

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91% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that is transparent about its social and environmental impact

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80% of consumers say that trust is a deal-breaker or deciding factor in their purchase

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68% of consumers say that they find it easier to trust brands that have positive online reviews

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57% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand that uses customer stories in its marketing

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46% of consumers say they have shared a positive experience with a brand on social media because they felt it was authentic

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72% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that is active in their local community

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89% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that they trust after they've had a negative experience

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64% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand that provides honest and unbiased information

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58% of consumers say they have stopped buying from a brand because it was not authentic enough

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81% of consumers say that authenticity is the most important factor in building a long-term relationship with a brand

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77% of consumers say they feel more connected to brands that value the same things they do

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69% of consumers say that a brand's response to a crisis affects their level of trust in that brand

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50% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand if it shares its values through its products

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88% of consumers say they trust a brand more if it is open about its data privacy practices

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73% of consumers say they would pay more for a brand that is transparent about its supply chain

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65% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand if its employees are happy and well-treated

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80% of consumers say that brand authenticity makes them feel more confident and secure in their purchase

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67% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand if it uses "real names" of its employees in customer service

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54% of consumers say that they find it difficult to trust brands that don't have a clear social mission

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82% of consumers say they are more likely to recommend a brand to a friend if the brand is authentic

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79% of consumers say that they trust recommendations from people they know more than any other form of advertising

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61% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand if it is easy to contact and has good customer support

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86% of consumers say that they are more likely to trust a brand that is honest about the limitations of its products

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74% of consumers say they feel more positive about a brand that supports a good cause

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59% of consumers say they find it more authentic when brands admit they don't have all the answers

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93% of consumers say that brand authenticity is a key factor in their overall customer satisfaction

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In a marketplace crowded with polished promises, the raw truth is this: with 93% of consumers saying authenticity is key to their satisfaction, your brand's genuine character isn't just a nice-to-have—it's the very foundation of modern consumer trust and loyalty.

Key Takeaways

86% of consumers say authenticity is important when deciding which brands they like and support
81% of consumers say they need to be able to trust a brand to buy from them
90% of millennials say brand authenticity is important
76% of consumers believe that companies should do more than just make money
67% of consumers say they will stay loyal to a brand long-term if it is transparent
94% of consumers are likely to be loyal to a brand that offers complete transparency
90% of consumers find user-generated content (UGC) more influential than promotional emails
70% of consumers prefer to learn about a company through articles rather than advertisements
86% of consumers say they can tell the difference between brand-created content and user-generated content
80% of companies say they are making authenticity a priority in their marketing strategy
92% of marketing leaders believe that authenticity is essential to their brand's success
70% of brand managers say that building trust is their top priority
87% of consumers say that brand authenticity is a key reason why they follow a brand on social media
75% of consumers say they are more likely to share authentic content from a brand on their own social media pages
62% of consumers say they feel more loyal to a brand that responds to their questions on social media

Consumer trust in brand authenticity is now a non-negotiable requirement for loyalty.

Brand Value & Loyalty

176% of consumers believe that companies should do more than just make money

Verified

267% of consumers say they will stay loyal to a brand long-term if it is transparent

Verified

394% of consumers are likely to be loyal to a brand that offers complete transparency

Verified

473% of consumers say they would be willing to pay more for a brand that promises total transparency

Directional

552% of consumers say they will pay more to a brand that is transparent

Single source

639% of consumers say they would switch to a new brand if it offered full product transparency

Verified

782% of consumers say they will always choose a brand that they trust over a brand that is cheaper

Verified

892% of consumers say that they would recommend a brand they trust to others

Verified

974% of consumers say that they consider brand values before making a purchase

Directional

1050% of consumers say they are willing to pay a premium for brands that have a positive social impact

Single source

1145% of consumers say they would switch to a brand that is more environmentally friendly

Verified

1280% of consumers say they are more likely to purchase from a brand that offers personalized experiences

Verified

1365% of consumers say that a company’s social responsibility is a key factor in their purchasing decisions

Verified

1478% of consumers say that they feel better about a company when they see its CEO taking a stand on social issues

Directional

1587% of consumers say they will purchase a product because the company advocated for an issue they cared about

Single source

1676% of consumers say they would refuse to buy a product from a company that held a position contrary to their beliefs

Verified

1755% of consumers say they will pay more for products from companies that are committed to positive social and environmental impact

Verified

1861% of consumers say that brand authenticity is a major factor in their long-term loyalty

Verified

1940% of consumers say they have stopped purchasing from a brand that they once liked because they no longer trusted it

Directional

2064% of consumers say that shared values are the primary reason they have a relationship with a brand

Single source

2170% of consumers believe that it’s more important for brands to be authentic than ever before

Verified

2260% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that shows high levels of authenticity

Verified

2388% of consumers say they would rather buy from a brand that is honest about its mistakes than one that hides them

Verified

2453% of consumers say they feel a stronger connection to a brand when its values match their own

Directional

2544% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that features "real customers" in its advertising

Single source

2672% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that is honest about its manufacturing process

Verified

2768% of consumers say that a company’s story is very important in their decision to buy from them

Verified

2885% of consumers say they are motivated to buy from brands that demonstrate empathy

Verified

2979% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from brands that show they care about their customers

Directional

3066% of consumers say that trust and authenticity are more important than product quality when choosing a brand

Single source

Brand Value & Loyalty Interpretation

Consider this your final, slightly sardonic memo from the market: the modern consumer will pay you more, defend you fiercely, and forgive your honest stumbles, but only if you stop acting like a faceless profit vending machine and start behaving like a principled human they might actually trust.

Consumer Perception

186% of consumers say authenticity is important when deciding which brands they like and support

Verified

281% of consumers say they need to be able to trust a brand to buy from them

Verified

390% of millennials say brand authenticity is important

Verified

471% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that shares their values

Directional

566% of consumers think transparency is one of a brand’s most attractive qualities

Single source

663% of consumers prefer to buy from authentic brands over competitors that hide their true selves

Verified

754% of consumers don’t believe companies have their best interests at heart

Verified

848% of consumers say they are more likely to become loyal to a brand if it shows authenticity

Verified

937% of consumers say they would stop buying from a brand if they felt it was being inauthentic

Directional

1083% of consumers believe that it’s important for brands to take a stand on social issues

Single source

1143% of consumers find traditional advertising less credible than user-generated content

Verified

1277% of consumers buy from brands that share the same values as they do

Verified

1357% of consumers think that less than half of brands create content that resonates as authentic

Verified

1462% of consumers say that a company’s ethical values influence their purchasing decisions

Directional

1588% of consumers say that trust is more important now than it was a year ago

Single source

1646% of consumers say they would pay more for a brand they trust

Verified

1791% of consumers are willing to reward a brand for its authenticity

Verified

1870% of consumers say they want to know how the brands they buy from are addressing social and environmental issues

Verified

1975% of consumers say they will stop buying from brands that don't match their values

Directional

2059% of consumers prefer to buy from brands that are human and relatable

Single source

2164% of consumers find brands that take a stand on social issues more attractive

Verified

2282% of consumers say they prefer a brand's values to align with their own

Verified

2373% of consumers say they care about the company behind the product, not just the product itself

Verified

2456% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand if the CEO is visible and shares company values

Directional

2561% of consumers say that brand authenticity is more important to them now than it was 5 years ago

Single source

2668% of consumers say they trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations

Verified

2752% of consumers say they feel a stronger connection to brands when they can see the "real" people behind them

Verified

2847% of consumers say they will walk away from a brand if they feel betrayed by its actions

Verified

2979% of consumers state that user-generated content highly impacts their purchasing decisions

Directional

3089% of shoppers stay loyal to brands that share their values

Single source

Consumer Perception Interpretation

Today’s consumer is essentially saying, "Perform your virtues perfectly on stage if you must, but if the curtain slips and reveals a hollow core, we will not only boo you off but also dismantle the theater on our way out."

Content & Communication

190% of consumers find user-generated content (UGC) more influential than promotional emails

Verified

270% of consumers prefer to learn about a company through articles rather than advertisements

Verified

386% of consumers say they can tell the difference between brand-created content and user-generated content

Verified

460% of consumers say that UGC is the most authentic form of content

Directional

520% of consumers say that brand-created content is the most authentic

Single source

692% of consumers trust earned media, such as word-of-mouth and recommendations from friends and family

Verified

782% of marketers say that content marketing is very important for building brand trust

Verified

854% of consumers want to see more video content from brands they support

Verified

972% of consumers say they trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations

Directional

1084% of consumers say they search for social proof before making a purchase

Single source

1157% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that uses "real people" in its marketing

Verified

1250% of consumers find authentic content to be the most influential in their buying process

Verified

1363% of consumers say they would prefer to follow a human brand on social media rather than a corporate one

Verified

1481% of consumers say that brand transparency on social media is very important to them

Directional

1558% of consumers say that they would trust a brand more if it posted non-promotional content on social media

Single source

1645% of consumers say they would unfollow a brand on social media if it posted too many promotional messages

Verified

1789% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand that responds to social media comments

Verified

1871% of consumers say they expect brands to communicate with them in a more personalized and authentic way

Verified

1956% of consumers say they find brands that use humor to be more authentic

Directional

2043% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that uses storytelling in its advertising

Single source

2168% of consumers say they trust content from influencers who are honest about their partnerships

Verified

2261% of consumers say that they find influencers more authentic than celebrities

Verified

2380% of influencers believe that authenticity is the most important factor in their success

Verified

2452% of consumers say they find video testimonials to be the most trustworthy form of social proof

Directional

2578% of consumers say that seeing a brand's behind-the-scenes content makes them feel more connected to the brand

Single source

2664% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand that shows its employees in its social media posts

Verified

2759% of consumers say they find brands that use real-life images (not stock photos) to be more authentic

Verified

2882% of consumers say that a brand's responsiveness to negative reviews makes it more authentic

Verified

2970% of consumers say they feel more loyal to brands that provide authentic educational content

Directional

3055% of consumers say they feel that brands are often too polished and fake in their marketing materials

Single source

Content & Communication Interpretation

The stats scream that the modern consumer is a seasoned detective who, armed with a profound distrust for polish and ads, will trust your brand only when it stops shouting about itself and lets its real customers and human-side do the convincing.

Corporate Strategy

180% of companies say they are making authenticity a priority in their marketing strategy

Verified

292% of marketing leaders believe that authenticity is essential to their brand's success

Verified

370% of brand managers say that building trust is their top priority

Verified

465% of companies say that their brand purpose is a key driver of their business performance

Directional

581% of companies believe that being a "purpose-led brand" is important for long-term growth

Single source

672% of companies say they are investing more in transparency initiatives

Verified

758% of business leaders believe that they are failing to meet consumer expectations for brand authenticity

Verified

862% of CEOs say they are taking a more vocal stance on social and political issues

Verified

984% of businesses believe that their reputation is their most valuable asset

Directional

1075% of companies say that they are using more user-generated content in their marketing to build authenticity

Single source

1160% of companies say that they are prioritizing "human-centric" design in their products and services

Verified

1248% of companies say they are struggling to find a balance between being authentic and being profitable

Verified

1369% of marketers say that they have seen a positive return on investment (ROI) from their authenticity-focused campaigns

Verified

1482% of HR leaders believe that brand authenticity is critical for attracting top talent

Directional

1563% of employees say they would rather work for a company that is perceived as authentic

Single source

1677% of business leaders say that customer trust is more important now than it was before the pandemic

Verified

1780% of companies say they are using storytelling to communicate their brand's values

Verified

1856% of companies say that they have revised their brand mission statement to be more authentic

Verified

1964% of companies say that they are more transparent about their mistakes and failures than they were 5 years ago

Directional

2071% of businesses believe that brand authenticity is the key to building emotional connections with customers

Single source

2183% of marketing experts agree that authentic brands will outperform inauthentic brands in the next decade

Verified

2267% of brands say they are using social media more for two-way communication rather than one-way broadcasting

Verified

2359% of companies say they are partnering with more authentic influencers who align with their core values

Verified

2474% of brand leaders say that authenticity is the best way to stand out in a crowded marketplace

Directional

2588% of executives say their brand's values are integrated into their daily decision-making

Single source

2652% of businesses are investing in "authenticity training" for their customer-facing employees

Verified

2766% of companies say they are more focused on "community building" as part of their brand strategy

Verified

2879% of marketing departments are using more "real-world" visuals in their branding

Verified

2970% of product developers say that transparency about ingredients/sourcing is a top priority

Directional

3081% of companies believe that authenticity is essential for maintaining a positive online reputation

Single source

Corporate Strategy Interpretation

It seems the corporate world has finally discovered that honesty is the best policy, but the frantic scramble to prove it is creating a hilarious and hopeful dissonance where nearly everyone agrees it's vital, yet over half are still fumbling the sincerity they so desperately advertise.

Engagement & Trust

187% of consumers say that brand authenticity is a key reason why they follow a brand on social media

Verified

275% of consumers say they are more likely to share authentic content from a brand on their own social media pages

Verified

362% of consumers say they feel more loyal to a brand that responds to their questions on social media

Verified

484% of consumers say they feel a stronger connection to a brand when it shows its "human side"

Directional

591% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that is transparent about its social and environmental impact

Single source

680% of consumers say that trust is a deal-breaker or deciding factor in their purchase

Verified

768% of consumers say that they find it easier to trust brands that have positive online reviews

Verified

857% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand that uses customer stories in its marketing

Verified

946% of consumers say they have shared a positive experience with a brand on social media because they felt it was authentic

Directional

1072% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that is active in their local community

Single source

1189% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand that they trust after they've had a negative experience

Verified

1264% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand that provides honest and unbiased information

Verified

1358% of consumers say they have stopped buying from a brand because it was not authentic enough

Verified

1481% of consumers say that authenticity is the most important factor in building a long-term relationship with a brand

Directional

1577% of consumers say they feel more connected to brands that value the same things they do

Single source

1669% of consumers say that a brand's response to a crisis affects their level of trust in that brand

Verified

1750% of consumers say they are more likely to buy from a brand if it shares its values through its products

Verified

1888% of consumers say they trust a brand more if it is open about its data privacy practices

Verified

1973% of consumers say they would pay more for a brand that is transparent about its supply chain

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2065% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand if its employees are happy and well-treated

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2180% of consumers say that brand authenticity makes them feel more confident and secure in their purchase

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2267% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand if it uses "real names" of its employees in customer service

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2354% of consumers say that they find it difficult to trust brands that don't have a clear social mission

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2482% of consumers say they are more likely to recommend a brand to a friend if the brand is authentic

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2579% of consumers say that they trust recommendations from people they know more than any other form of advertising

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2661% of consumers say they are more likely to trust a brand if it is easy to contact and has good customer support

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2786% of consumers say that they are more likely to trust a brand that is honest about the limitations of its products

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2874% of consumers say they feel more positive about a brand that supports a good cause

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2959% of consumers say they find it more authentic when brands admit they don't have all the answers

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3093% of consumers say that brand authenticity is a key factor in their overall customer satisfaction

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Engagement & Trust Interpretation

Consumers are shouting from the virtual rooftops that trust isn't a bonus feature but the entire operating system for a brand, where showing your human side and honest flaws isn't just good PR—it's the only currency that buys long-term loyalty.