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Technology and social media are often associated with younger generations - and TikTok is especially well known as a hub for Gen Z content creators. However, experts have warned that the younger influencer market has now become "oversaturated," as many teens and young people in their 20s and 30s continue to search for themselves online. An unexpected hit has arisen in the form of the 'Granfluencer,' aimed at people 55 and over who are still winning over on social media. In their golden years of TikTok, FEMAIL spoke with three UK-based influencers.

'granfluencers' are amassing millions of views and followers on the website, from teaching us how to dance to participating in viral dances. According to new statistics, 11% of users of the website are aged 50 or older, and they're attracting younger audiences from around the world. MailOnline examines the rise in TikTok among the old age content creators.

According to new survey, 85 percent of people over the age of 65 play video games at least once a week, and 36 percent play every day. Many of these grandparent gamers say they first picked up the console after the COVID-19 lockdowns and now use it regularly to keep their mind active. Games have been shown to improve the brainpower of the elderly and stave off dementia.