A clout chaser is a person who does and says things for the purpose of becoming more popular, especially on social media. They are willing to give up their identity and be fake just to get fame. Clout chasers might share photos to promote their fake lifestyle or pretend to be someone else to become friends with a famous person that has more clout. The term has been criticized since people have begun calling anyone who wants to be successful a clout chaser. However, the difference between people that just want to be successful and clout chasers is that clout chasers are willing to be fake and give up their identity just to get fame. Other terms similar to clout chaser include clout leech, poser, and performative activist. The term can also refer to a person who attempts to gain political or social power and influence, especially through association or conflict with public figures.