Black Friday Sale 2025: How AI UGC Videos Can 10X Your Sales in 48 Hours

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Black Friday Sale 2025: How AI UGC Videos Can 10X Your Sales in 48 Hours

Meta Description: Discover how AI-generated UGC videos can help you dominate Black Friday sales with authentic content created in minutes, not weeks. Learn the winning strategy for 2025.

The Black Friday Content Crisis Every Seller Faces

It's October 2025. Black Friday is just weeks away. You know you need dozens of fresh video ads to stand out in the busiest shopping weekend of the year—but here's the problem:

Traditional UGC creators need 2-3 weeks lead time
Hiring influencers costs $100-$300 per video
Your design team is already buried in promotional banners
Time is running out, and every day counts

Sound familiar? You're not alone. Last year, 68% of e-commerce brands reported missing Black Friday opportunities because they couldn't produce enough video content fast enough.

But what if you could create 10-20 authentic UGC videos in under an hour—without cameras, actors, or expensive agencies?

Why Video Content Dominates Black Friday Sales in 2025

Before we dive into the solution, let's look at the numbers:

The Video Advantage

86% of consumers want to see more video content from brands (Wyzowl 2025)
UGC videos have 4.5x higher engagement than brand-created content
TikTok shoppers spend 2.3x more during Black Friday than other platforms
Instagram Reels with product tags see 67% higher CTR during holiday sales

The Black Friday Urgency Factor

During Black Friday weekend, consumer behavior shifts dramatically:

Average attention span drops to 3-5 seconds (information overload)
Impulse purchases increase by 43% (limited-time offers)
Social proof becomes critical ("Everyone's buying this!")

Bottom line: If you don't have engaging video content, you're invisible in the Black Friday noise.

The Traditional Approach: Why It Fails During Peak Season

Method 1: Hiring UGC Creators

Cost: $50-$200 per video
Timeline: 2-4 weeks (brief → shooting → editing → revisions)
Problems:

❌ Creators are booked solid in October/November
❌ Revision cycles eat up precious time
❌ You can't test multiple versions quickly
❌ Budget explodes when you need 20+ videos

Method 2: In-House Production

Cost: $5,000-$20,000 (equipment + team time)
Timeline: 1-2 weeks per batch
Problems:

❌ Your team lacks UGC authenticity
❌ Production quality looks "too polished" (loses trust)
❌ Can't scale to multiple products/audiences
❌ Equipment/location rental adds hidden costs

Method 3: Buying Stock Footage

Cost: $30-$100 per clip
Timeline: Immediate, but...
Problems:

❌ Looks generic and inauthentic
❌ Your competitors may use the same clips
❌ No product-specific messaging
❌ Terrible conversion rates

The verdict: All traditional methods are too slow, too expensive, or too generic for Black Friday's fast-paced demands.

The Game-Changer: AI-Generated UGC Videos for Black Friday

Imagine this workflow instead:

Monday 9 AM: You input your product details ("wireless earbuds, $79 Black Friday price, targets gym-goers")
Monday 9:05 AM: AI generates 5 different UGC-style videos with authentic-looking creators
Monday 10 AM: You're running A/B tests on TikTok and Instagram
Monday 5 PM: You've identified the winner and scaled your ad budget

This isn't science fiction—it's exactly what our AI UGC Creator enables.

How It Works: Your Black Friday Weapon

Step 1: Choose Your Battle Plan (30 seconds)

Select from 8 proven Black Friday video templates:

"Unboxing" - Perfect for tech products and gadgets
"First Impression" - Great for beauty and fashion
"Problem → Solution" - Ideal for practical products
"Comparison A vs B" - Excellent for competitive positioning
"Limited-Time Offer" - Creates FOMO (fear of missing out)

Step 2: Feed the AI Your Black Friday Strategy (2 minutes)

Simply input:

Product name & key features ("Wireless earbuds, 30-hour battery, $79 Black Friday price")
Target audience ("25-40 year old fitness enthusiasts")
Your hook ("Stop buying cheap earbuds that die during workouts!")
Black Friday offer ("50% off + free shipping")

Our AI Script Generator creates 8 variations automatically:

5 standard scripts (problem-solution, testimonial, demo, etc.)
3 creative variants (controversial angle, emotional story, counter-intuitive claim)

Step 3: Generate Your Video Army (5 minutes)

Click "Generate" and watch as AI creates:

✅ Authentic-looking people (diverse, relatable, not "model-perfect")
✅ Natural hand-held camera movements (not tripod-static)
✅ Real-world environments (living rooms, gyms, coffee shops)
✅ Conversational delivery (sounds like a friend's recommendation)
✅ No watermarks (platform-ready immediately)

Total time investment: Under 10 minutes from idea to download.

Your 7-Day Black Friday Domination Strategy

Day 1-2 (Nov 22-23): Build Your Arsenal

Goal: Create 15-20 video variations

Action plan:

Identify your top 3 products for Black Friday
Create 5 videos per product using different hooks:
- Hook #1: Pain point focus ("Tired of earbuds that fall out?")
- Hook #2: Social proof ("12,000+ five-star reviews!")
- Hook #3: Comparison ("vs. AirPods at half the price")
- Hook #4: Urgency ("Only 48 hours—50% off ends Sunday!")
- Hook #5: Unexpected angle ("Why audiophiles love our $79 earbuds")

Batch generation tip: Use our bulk creation feature to generate all 15 videos in one session (saves 40% on credits with Creator plan or above).

Day 3-4 (Nov 24-25): Test & Optimize

Goal: Identify your winning creatives

Action plan:

Launch micro-tests ($50 budget per video on TikTok/Meta)
Track key metrics:
- Hook rate (% who watch past 3 seconds) - Target: >40%
- Hold rate (% who watch to end) - Target: >65%
- CTR (click-through rate) - Target: >2.5%
- CPA (cost per acquisition) - Target: <$15
Kill underperformers after 500 impressions
Double down on the top 3 performers

Pro tip: Videos with "First Impression" hooks typically perform 23% better during Black Friday because they feel spontaneous and urgent.

Day 5-7 (Nov 26-28): Scale & Conquer

Goal: Maximize revenue during peak hours

Black Friday timeline:

Thursday 6 PM - Friday 9 AM: Early bird deals (34% of sales happen here)
Friday 9 AM - 9 PM: Main event (peak traffic hours)
Saturday-Sunday: Bargain hunters (final 25% of weekend sales)

Scaling strategy:

Allocate 60% of budget to your #1 winning video
Rotate 2-3 variations to combat ad fatigue
Launch new variations every 8-12 hours (audience freshness)
Retarget viewers who watched >50% with urgency-focused videos

Real Black Friday Success Metrics: What to Expect

Based on our customers' 2024 Black Friday performance:

Traditional UGC Videos (hired creators)

Average production: 5-8 videos
Average CTR: 1.8%
Average CPA: $28
Total ad spend: $15,000
Revenue generated: $67,000
ROI: 4.5x

AI-Generated UGC Videos (our platform)

Average production: 18-25 videos
Average CTR: 2.4% (+33% vs traditional)
Average CPA: $19 (-32% vs traditional)
Total ad spend: $15,000
Revenue generated: $94,000 (+40% vs traditional)
ROI: 6.3x

Key insight: The ability to test 3x more creative variations directly translated to 40% higher revenue with the same ad budget.

5 Black Friday Video Formulas That Convert

Use these proven templates in our platform:

Formula 1: "The Black Friday Confession"

Hook: "I wasn't going to buy anything on Black Friday but..."
Body: Show product in action, emphasize unexpected value
CTA: "Link in bio before they sell out"
Best for: Beauty, fashion, home goods

Formula 2: "The Price Drop Shock"

Hook: "Wait, this is only $79?!" (show price comparison)
Body: Quick feature demonstration
CTA: "50% off ends Sunday night"
Best for: Electronics, tech gadgets

Formula 3: "The Gift Solution"

Hook: "Still looking for the perfect gift? I found it."
Body: Explain why it's thoughtful/practical
CTA: "Black Friday deal makes it even better"
Best for: Gift-worthy items (any category)

Formula 4: "The Honest Comparison"

Hook: "I compared [competitor] vs. [your product]"
Body: Side-by-side demo, honest pros/cons
CTA: "But the Black Friday price makes it a no-brainer"
Best for: Products with clear competitors

Formula 5: "The Urgency Stack"

Hook: "Okay so three things: 1) This is 50% off..."
Body: Stack multiple urgency factors (discount + limited stock + free gift)
CTA: "Going to sell out by Saturday—trust me"
Best for: High-demand/trendy products

Action step: Input these formulas into our AI Script Generator and generate variations for your products in under 5 minutes each.

Platform-Specific Black Friday Strategies

TikTok: The Impulse Buy Machine

Why it matters: TikTok users are 2.3x more likely to make impulse purchases during Black Friday.

Winning format:

Length: 7-10 seconds (fast-paced)
Hook: Shock value or controversy in first 2 seconds
Music: Trending sounds (our AI auto-suggests current trends)
Hashtags: #BlackFriday2025 #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt #BFCMDeals

Posting schedule:

Thursday 6 PM - 10 PM (early birds scrolling after dinner)
Friday 7 AM - 9 AM (morning commute)
Friday 12 PM - 2 PM (lunch break)
Friday 7 PM - 11 PM (evening peak)

Instagram Reels: The Trust Builder

Why it matters: Instagram users research more before buying—they need social proof.

Winning format:

Length: 15 seconds (room for more details)
Hook: "Honest review" or "Here's what nobody tells you"
Carousel option: Show before/after or multiple angles
Tags: Tag your product (@yourstore) and use #ad for transparency

Posting schedule:

Thursday 8 PM - 10 PM (evening scroll time)
Friday 10 AM - 12 PM (mid-morning break)
Friday 3 PM - 5 PM (afternoon slump)
Sunday 6 PM - 9 PM (last-chance shoppers)

YouTube Shorts: The Detail Seeker

Why it matters: Shoppers watch Shorts to see products in action before clicking.

Winning format:

Length: 30-60 seconds (show full unboxing/demo)
Hook: "Quick [product] review before Black Friday ends"
Style: More informational, less "salesy"
CTA: "Link in description"

Posting schedule:

Friday 6 AM - 8 AM (early risers)
Saturday 9 AM - 12 PM (weekend shoppers)

Cost Breakdown: Traditional vs AI UGC for Black Friday

Let's run the numbers for a typical Black Friday campaign:

Scenario: Small Business ($5K Ad Budget)

Traditional Approach:

8 UGC videos from creators: $1,200 ($150 each)
Video editing/revisions: $400
Total creative cost: $1,600
Remaining ad spend: $3,400
Videos per product: 2-3 variations
Testing capability: Limited

AI UGC Approach (Creator Plan - $59/month):

Platform subscription: $59
20 videos generated: $0 (included in 590 credits)
Total creative cost: $59
Remaining ad spend: $4,941 (+45% more budget for ads!)
Videos per product: 5-8 variations
Testing capability: Extensive A/B testing

Result: More videos, more tests, more ad budget = significantly higher ROI.

Scenario: Growing Brand ($20K Ad Budget)

Traditional Approach:

15 UGC videos: $2,250
Rush fees (Black Friday timeline): +$750
Total creative cost: $3,000
Remaining ad spend: $17,000

AI UGC Approach (Studio Plan - $179/month):

Platform subscription: $179
50+ videos generated: $0 (included in 1790 credits)
Total creative cost: $179
Remaining ad spend: $19,821 (+16% more budget!)

Bonus: Studio plan includes priority queue, meaning your videos generate faster during peak usage times (critical when every hour counts).

Advanced Tactics: Squeeze Every Dollar from Black Friday

Tactic 1: The "Batch Test" Strategy

Instead of testing one video at a time:

Day 1: Generate 5 videos for Product A using different templates
Day 1-2: Run all 5 simultaneously with $10 budget each
Day 2 evening: Kill bottom 3, scale top 2
Day 3: Generate 3 new variations of the winner
Day 3-4: Test new batch, identify ultimate champion

Why it works: You find winners 3x faster than sequential testing.

Tactic 2: The "Persona Swap"

Same script, different AI-generated personas:

Version A: 30-something professional woman (targets working moms)
Version B: 25-year-old gym enthusiast (targets fitness crowd)
Version C: 40-something dad (targets gift-buyers)

Why it works: Different audiences respond to different faces—personalization at scale.

Tactic 3: The "Hook Rotation"

Create 4 videos with identical body/CTA but different hooks:

Hook A: Pain point ("Stop wasting money on cheap [product]")
Hook B: Social proof ("12K five-star reviews")
Hook C: Urgency ("Only 200 left in stock")
Hook D: Curiosity ("The #1 thing nobody tells you about [product]")

Why it works: Combat ad fatigue by rotating hooks every 12 hours while keeping winning content.

Tactic 4: The "Last Chance" Retarget

Sunday 6 PM - Monday 12 AM (final push):

Identify everyone who viewed your videos 50%+ but didn't convert
Generate a new "last chance" video specifically for retargeting
Script: "Okay so Black Friday ends in 6 hours and I'm seeing this is about to sell out. If you were on the fence, this is literally your last chance. 50% off expires at midnight. [Product demo] Link in bio. Don't say I didn't warn you!"
Push hard: Allocate remaining budget here

Why it works: Retargeting to warm audiences with urgency messaging converts at 4-6x higher rates than cold traffic.

Common Mistakes That Tank Black Friday Video Campaigns

Mistake #1: "Set It and Forget It"

The error: Launching videos on Wednesday and not touching them until Monday.

The fix: Check metrics every 4-6 hours during peak times. Pause underperformers, scale winners, refresh creative every 12-18 hours.

Our solution: Studio plan users get real-time alerts when video performance drops below benchmarks.

Mistake #2: No Urgency Messaging

The error: Generic product videos with no Black Friday mention.

The fix: EVERY video needs urgency cues:

Countdown timers ("48 hours left!")
Stock alerts ("Only 100 left!")
Price comparisons ("Was $159, now $79")
Deadline ("Ends Sunday midnight")

Our solution: Our AI automatically incorporates urgency language when you select "Black Friday" mode.

Mistake #3: Testing Too Many Variables

The error: Changing template, script, AND persona simultaneously.

The fix: Test one variable at a time:

Round 1: Test 3 templates with same script
Round 2: Test 3 scripts with winning template
Round 3: Test 3 personas with winning script

Our solution: Our batch generation tool lets you lock variables while testing others.

Mistake #4: Ignoring Platform-Specific Optimization

The error: Using the same 16:9 video across TikTok, Reels, and YouTube Shorts.

The fix:

TikTok: 9:16 vertical, 7-10 sec, trending sounds
Reels: 9:16 vertical, 15 sec, captions on (50% watch muted)
YouTube Shorts: 9:16 vertical, 30-60 sec, informational angle

Our solution: One-click export to platform-specific formats with optimized aspect ratios and length.

Mistake #5: No Post-Purchase Content

The error: Stopping content after the sale.

The fix: Cyber Monday is 30-40% of weekend sales. Generate "extended deal" or "last chance" videos for Sunday evening through Monday.

Our solution: Save 20% of your credits for Cyber Monday follow-up videos.

Getting Started: Your 3-Hour Black Friday Prep Plan

Hour 1: Strategic Planning (60 minutes)

☐ List your top 5 products for Black Friday promotion
☐ Define target audiences for each (age, interests, pain points)
☐ Set clear goals (target revenue, CPA limits, ROI targets)
☐ Determine your testing budget (recommend 20% of total for testing, 80% for scaling winners)
☐ Sign up for Creator or Studio plan based on video volume needs

Hour 2: Content Creation (60 minutes)

☐ Generate 3-5 videos per product using different templates:
- Start with "Problem → Solution" (highest Black Friday conversion rate)
- Add "Unboxing" for gift-worthy items
- Include "Limited-Time Offer" for urgency
☐ Review and download (our AI generates 10-sec videos in ~60 seconds each)
☐ Export in platform-specific formats (TikTok/Reels/Shorts)

Pro tip: Use our Prompt Template Library—select "Black Friday" category and your industry for pre-optimized scripts.

Hour 3: Campaign Launch (60 minutes)

☐ Upload videos to TikTok Ads Manager, Meta Ads Manager, Google Ads
☐ Set up campaigns with clear naming (Product_Template_Date for easy tracking)
☐ Launch with $10-20 per video for initial testing
☐ Set up tracking pixels (if not already done)
☐ Schedule check-ins every 6 hours Thursday-Sunday

Bonus: Download our free "Black Friday Video Performance Tracker" spreadsheet (link in article resources).

Pricing: Choose Your Black Friday Arsenal

🎯 For Solo Sellers & First-Timers

Hobby Plan - $19/month

190 credits (19 x 10-sec videos)
All core templates
Standard generation queue
Perfect for: Testing 3-5 products with 3-4 videos each

Black Friday strategy: Focus on your #1 bestseller, create 5 variations, find the winner, scale hard.

🚀 For Small Businesses & Agencies (MOST POPULAR)

Creator Plan - $59/month

590 credits (59 x 10-sec videos)
Priority generation queue
Batch creation (10 videos at once)
Early access to new features
Perfect for: Testing 5-10 products with 5-8 videos each

Black Friday strategy: Comprehensive testing across product line, multiple personas, extensive A/B testing.

💎 For Agencies & High-Volume Sellers

Studio Plan - $179/month

1790 credits (179 x 10-sec videos)
Highest priority queue
Batch creation (20 videos at once)
Dedicated support (12-hour response)
Perfect for: Agencies managing multiple clients or brands with 20+ SKUs

Black Friday strategy: Full-scale multi-product, multi-platform domination. Create variations for every product, every audience segment.

💰 Black Friday ROI Calculator

Scenario: Creator Plan ($59/month)

Investment:

Platform: $59
Ad spend: $3,000
Total: $3,059

Conservative Results (based on 2024 customer averages):

40 videos generated
Avg. CTR: 2.1%
Avg. CPA: $22
Conversions: 136 orders
Avg. order value: $85
Revenue: $11,560
ROI: 3.8x 🎯

Aggressive Results (top 20% performers):

55 videos generated (extensive testing)
Avg. CTR: 3.2%
Avg. CPA: $16
Conversions: 188 orders
Avg. order value: $95
Revenue: $17,860
ROI: 5.8x 🚀

Real Customer Success Stories

Case Study 1: Beauty Brand (35% Revenue Increase YoY)

Challenge: Small indie skincare brand, previous Black Friday: 8 UGC videos, $45K revenue.

Solution: Switched to AI UGC Creator, generated 28 videos across 6 products.

Results:

Videos created: 28 (3.5x more than 2023)
Testing variations: 4.7 per product (vs 1.3 in 2023)
Winning video CTR: 4.1% (vs 2.2% in 2023)
Revenue: $61K (+35% YoY)
CPA: Dropped from $31 to $19

Key insight: "The ability to test multiple hooks made all the difference. Our winning video wasn't even the one we thought would work—it was variation #4 with a completely different angle."

Case Study 2: Electronics Store (First Profitable Black Friday)

Challenge: New DTC gadget store, lost $8K on Black Friday 2023 due to high CPA.

Solution: Used Studio Plan, created 47 test videos, ruthlessly optimized.

Results:

Videos created: 47 across 3 main products
Testing period: Started Nov 15 (2 weeks of pre-testing)
Winning formula: "Comparison A vs B" template crushed it
Revenue: $89K (vs $34K in 2023)
Profit: $22K (vs -$8K loss in 2023)

Key insight: "Starting two weeks early let us identify winners before Black Friday traffic hit. By Friday morning, we already knew exactly which videos to scale."

Beyond Black Friday: The Content That Keeps Giving

Here's the bonus: The videos you create for Black Friday don't die on Cyber Monday.

Repurposing Strategy

Week 1 (Dec 1-7): Cyber Week Extension Edit your Black Friday winners:

Remove "Black Friday" mentions
Update to "Cyber Week Deal"
Or: "Deal extended by popular demand!"

Week 2-3 (Dec 8-21): Holiday Gift Rush Re-angle the same videos:

Change hook to "Last-minute gift idea"
Add "Ships in time for Christmas"
Retarget Black Friday viewers who didn't convert

Week 4 (Dec 22-31): Year-End Clearance Final push:

"2025 inventory clearance"
"New Year, new [product]"
Liquidate remaining stock

January-February: Evergreen Content Remove all date-specific mentions:

These videos become your year-round ad creative
Use for retargeting campaigns
Refresh the "New customer welcome" sequence

Result: Your $59-$179 Black Friday investment becomes 3-4 months of content (90-120 days of marketing ROI).

Your Black Friday Checklist: Download & Execute

2 Weeks Before (Nov 15)

☐ Sign up for Creator or Studio plan
☐ Generate initial 10-15 test videos
☐ Launch micro-tests ($5-10 per video)
☐ Start collecting early data

1 Week Before (Nov 22)

☐ Identify top 3 performing videos
☐ Generate 5-8 variations of winners
☐ Create retargeting audiences from early tests
☐ Prepare Cyber Monday follow-up videos

Thursday (Nov 27)

☐ Launch full campaigns at 6 PM
☐ Check metrics at 9 PM (first 3-hour check)
☐ Pause bottom 30% of videos

Friday (Nov 28)

☐ 7 AM check: Scale winners by 50%
☐ 12 PM check: Launch "only X hours left" variations
☐ 6 PM check: Push final budget to top performer
☐ 10 PM check: Prep "last chance" videos for Saturday

Saturday-Sunday (Nov 29-30)

☐ Rotate hooks every 12 hours (combat ad fatigue)
☐ Generate urgency-focused videos for Sunday evening
☐ Launch aggressive retargeting (warm audiences)
☐ Sunday 6 PM: ALL-IN on "Ends at midnight" creative

Cyber Monday (Dec 1)

☐ Launch "Extended by popular demand" videos
☐ Retarget everyone who engaged over weekend
☐ Final push: ends at midnight Monday

Frequently Asked Questions

"Will AI videos look fake or robotic?"

Our platform uses advanced AI specifically trained on real UGC content. The videos feature:

Natural, handheld camera movements (not tripod-static)
Authentic expressions and gestures
Real-world backgrounds (living rooms, coffee shops)
Conversational pacing (not scripted monotone)

Most viewers cannot tell the difference between our AI videos and traditional UGC. In blind tests, our videos score 4.2/5 on authenticity (vs 4.4/5 for traditional UGC).

"How long does generation actually take?"

Single video: 60-90 seconds
Batch of 5: 3-4 minutes
Batch of 10: 6-8 minutes (Creator plan)
Batch of 20: 12-15 minutes (Studio plan)

Priority queue (Creator/Studio plans) ensures faster processing during high-demand periods like Black Friday week.

"Can I use the same video across all platforms?"

Technically yes, but we don't recommend it. Each platform has optimal specs:

TikTok: 9:16, 7-15 sec, trending audio
Instagram Reels: 9:16, 15-30 sec, captions on
YouTube Shorts: 9:16, 30-60 sec, more detail

Our platform lets you export the same creative in platform-optimized formats with one click.

"What if I'm not satisfied with the first video?"

Hobby plan users: First generation includes 1 free redo if unsatisfied.
Creator/Studio plans: Generate multiple variations in batch mode—statistically, 2-3 out of 5 will exceed your expectations.

Pro tip: The key is your prompt quality. Use our template library for pre-optimized scripts.

"Is this legal? Are there copyright issues?"

Yes, 100% legal. All videos generated are:

✅ Commercially licensed for your use
✅ Copyright-cleared (no third-party IP)
✅ Platform-compliant (no watermarks to remove)
✅ Safe for paid advertising

You own full rights to all generated content.

"Can I customize the AI-generated person's appearance?"

Currently, you can specify:

Gender preference
Approximate age range (20s, 30s, 40s, etc.)
Style/vibe (professional, casual, athletic, etc.)

Our brand preset feature (Creator plan and above) allows you to maintain consistency across videos for brand recognition.

"What about voiceover and music?"

All videos include:

AI-generated voiceover (natural, conversational tone)
Background music (optional, royalty-free tracks)
Text captions (auto-generated, editable)

You can also upload your own audio/music if preferred.

Ready to Dominate Black Friday 2025?

The opportunity is clear:

86% of shoppers prefer video content
Traditional UGC is too slow and expensive for Black Friday speed
AI-generated videos let you test 3-5x more variations
More tests = higher conversion rates = bigger revenue

The question isn't whether you should use video for Black Friday—it's whether you'll have enough videos to win.

Final Thoughts: The Brands That Win Are the Ones That Test

Black Friday 2025 will be the most competitive yet. Ad costs are rising, attention spans are shrinking, and consumers are drowning in promotional noise.

The winning formula is simple:

Create more video variations than your competitors
Test ruthlessly to find what resonates
Scale winners with confidence
Refresh creative frequently to combat fatigue

Traditional UGC can't keep up with this pace. Agencies can't produce fast enough. Stock footage

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