{"id":49232,"date":"2023-08-23T07:09:39","date_gmt":"2023-08-23T14:09:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/?p=49232"},"modified":"2025-08-11T04:41:10","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T11:41:10","slug":"instagram-101-for-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/instagram-101-for-business\/","title":{"rendered":"Instagram 101: A comprehensive guide to use Instagram effectively"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>What is the first thing you think of when you hear Instagram? If visuals come to mind you are not alone, but the platform is capable of much more. With a user base of two billion active monthly users, if your business is not using <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/instagram-marketing-for-business-accounts\/\">Instagram for marketing<\/a>, you are missing out. But there\u2019s no denying Instagram is unique and comes with a learning curve, that\u2019s why we\u2019re going back to the basics with Instagram 101.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To fully leverage Instagram&#8217;s potential, it&#8217;s important to have a well-structured content strategy that incorporates various post formats. In this blog, we&#8217;ll delve into how you can use Instagram&#8217;s content options to elevate your brand&#8217;s presence and engagement. Let\u2019s get started.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"try-for-free-block\" style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 32px; background: #0d47a1; border-radius: 30px; margin: 0 0 30px;\">\n<div class=\"txt-block\" style=\"padding-right: 20px;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 36px; font-weight: 400; color: #fff; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0 0 20px;\">Social media publishing for multi-location businesses<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 400; color: #fff; line-height: 1.7; margin: 0 0 20px;\">Want to see the impact of Birdeye on your business? Watch the Free Demo Now.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"btn-block\" style=\"min-width: 180px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/pricing\/\" style=\"width: 100%; background: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; display: flex; justify-content: center; border-radius: 6px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #0d47a1; margin: 0 0 20px; border: 1px solid transparent; cursor: pointer;\">See Pricing<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/free-demo\/\" style=\"width: 100%; background: #0d47a1; padding: 10px 20px; display: flex; justify-content: center; white-space: nowrap; border-radius: 6px; font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #fff; border: 1px solid #fff; cursor: pointer;\">FREE DEMO<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-why-should-businesses-use-instagram\" data-level=\"2\">Why should businesses use Instagram?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-can-a-business-sign-up-on-instagram\" data-level=\"2\">How can a business sign up on Instagram?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-a-step-by-step-guide-for-signing-up-for-a-business-account-on-instagram\" data-level=\"3\">A step-by-step guide for signing up for a business account on Instagram:<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-setting-up-your-profile\" data-level=\"3\">Setting up your profile<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-instagram-101-for-business\" data-level=\"2\">Instagram 101 for business<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-how-do-instagram-notifications-work\" data-level=\"3\">How do Instagram notifications work?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-connecting-instagram-to-other-social-accounts\" data-level=\"3\">Connecting Instagram to other social accounts<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-using-different-post-formats\" data-level=\"3\">Using different post formats<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-instagram-101-key-terms-and-strategies\" data-level=\"2\">Instagram 101: Key terms and strategies<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-hashtags\" data-level=\"3\">Hashtags<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-tagging\" data-level=\"3\">Tagging<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-messaging\" data-level=\"3\">Messaging<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-explore\" data-level=\"3\">Explore<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-link-in-bio\" data-level=\"3\">Link in Bio<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-elevate-your-social-media-presence-with-birdeye\" data-level=\"2\">Elevate your social media presence with Birdeye<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-should-businesses-use-instagram\">Why should businesses use Instagram?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In today&#8217;s digital age, Instagram has emerged as a powerhouse platform for businesses. According to Instagram, 90% of users on the platform follow at least one <a href=\"https:\/\/business.instagram.com\/?locale=en_GB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">business account<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instagram offers businesses opportunities to enhance engagement rates, amplify brand recognition, <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/how-to-gain-followers-on-instagram\/\">expand their follower count<\/a>, and increase product sales. The potential is endless so let\u2019s dive into how to effectively use this channel. Businesses can leverage Instagram in three significant ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Organic content marketing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paid content marketing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Instagram shopping<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/resources\/guides\/the-ultimate-social-media-marketing-guide-for-local-businesses\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Narrow-NEW-The-ultimate-social-media-marketing-guide-Narrow.png\" alt=\"social media guide\" class=\"wp-image-46240\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-a-business-sign-up-on-instagram\">How can a business sign up on Instagram?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting started with Instagram is very easy. Simply download the Instagram app onto your phone and click the &#8216;Sign up&#8217; button. You have the option to sign up via Facebook or use your email\/phone number. Once you&#8217;ve chosen a username and password, you&#8217;re ready to create your profile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After you\u2019ve set up your account you should consider getting verified. <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/how-to-get-verified-on-instagram\/\">Getting verified on Instagram<\/a> adds an extra layer of credibility to your business, increasing trust among your audience and setting you apart from impersonators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-step-by-step-guide-for-signing-up-for-a-business-account-on-instagram\">A step-by-step guide for signing up for a business account on Instagram:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to switch your Instagram account into a business account: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to your profile and tap Menu in the upper right corner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap Settings and privacy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For some accounts, the Switch to professional account option will be listed directly under Settings and privacy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap Account type and tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap Switch to professional account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap Continue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select a Category for your business and tap Done.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap OK to confirm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap Business.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap Next.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add contact details and tap Next. To skip this step, tap Don\u2019t use my contact info.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To share logins using Accounts Center tap Continue. You can follow the steps to connect your business account to a Facebook Page associated with your business. This step is optional, and will make it easier to use all of the features available for businesses across Meta. Note: At this time, only one Facebook Page can be connected to your business account. To skip this step, tap Not now.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set up your professional account by completing the optional steps or tap X on the top right corner to return to your profile.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To display or hide business information on your profile, go to your profile and tap Edit profile. Go to Profile display under Public business information to choose whether you want to hide or display your category label and contact info. Then, tap Done.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/ZpqM81OJ81pE7SxcxpL_Ja8spdVZ7aw4CY9RhlNYVlmI5e39iwuJ5-ukQWtx6w0avL6OciQ0KMr65uL_HrjNk-2aRbXL77u_owEQziCbP_Mk9soWJw8c5KG1Cts9AqEZ5ASCzSStEZ-F0fO8wtjP7kw\" alt=\"Gif showing the process to switch to a business account on Instagram\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-setting-up-your-profile\">Setting up your profile<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of your Instagram profile as your business\u2019s digital identity. This is your chance to offer your followers an inside look into your brand\u2019s values, and content style.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To create distinct profiles for multiple business locations on Instagram, utilize the platform&#8217;s &#8220;Add Account&#8221; feature to easily switch between profiles. This allows you to be hyper-targeted with your content, engage with local audiences, and tailor your approach for a more personalized brand experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By clicking on the &#8220;Edit your profile&#8221; option, you can easily customize your profile, including your profile photo, your bio, a link to your website or other social media channels. A complete and professional profile adds credibility to your business. It demonstrates that you&#8217;re serious about your presence on the platform and instills trust with your followers who are considering engaging with your brand. Here are some other benefits to as well&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Credibility and authenticity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Positive first impression<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brand Identity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discoverability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Differentiation from competitors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> Struggling to write a compelling Instagram bio? Try the free <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/social-media-tools\/ai-instagram-bio-generator\/\">AI Instagram Bio Generator<\/a> to instantly create engaging, keyword-rich bios tailored to your brand voice and audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-instagram-101-for-business\">Instagram 101 for business<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-instagram-notifications-work\">How do Instagram notifications work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After creating your account and profile you can customize your notifications. Choose to receive likes from everyone or just those you follow. You can also turn off certain notifications if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-11-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image showing the notifications tab on Instagram\" class=\"wp-image-49241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-11-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-11-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-11-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-11-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-11-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/3-11.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Adjust notification settings for categories like comments, likes, direct messages, and more, choosing &#8220;Off,&#8221; &#8220;From People I Follow,&#8221; or &#8220;From Everyone.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If unsure, start with &#8220;From Everyone&#8221; and tweak later to suit your preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-connecting-instagram-to-other-social-accounts\">Connecting Instagram to other social accounts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can have the ability to link Instagram to Twitter, Tumblr, and Facebook, but the process has changed. Instead of using Settings, it&#8217;s now done post by post. Simply toggle the post to the networks you would like your post to be shared to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-8-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image showing how you can share content to other social media accounts from Instagram\" class=\"wp-image-49243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-8-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-8-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-8-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-8-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-8-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/4-8.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/presentation\/d\/1a6ACmDpXcCNOskMb3xSJqRVD838FEkGnCdVR1EI1CJo\/edit?usp=share_link\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Narrow-Social-media-audit-template.png\" alt=\"Social media audit template\" class=\"wp-image-46369\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-using-different-post-formats\">Using different post formats<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you rely on links for social media post text,&nbsp; Instagram is one platform that you\u2019ll have to adapt a workaround for, we\u2019ll get to that later.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is, you can connect with your followers in many different ways with a mix of post formulas. Here are three common post options that perform best for this channel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-classic-post\">Classic Post<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Static images on Instagram serve as timeless tools for businesses to convey their brand&#8217;s essence, products, and messages. By thoughtfully curating visually appealing and relevant images, businesses can captivate their audience, evoke emotions, and establish a strong visual identity that resonates with their followers. The traditional square <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/social-media-image-sizes\/\">images<\/a> that Instagram is known for are still holding strong, however, there are now more options with landscape and portrait sizes. Here\u2019s a brief guide to the most common image sizes on Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Profile photo:<\/strong> 320 x 320 pixels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Square:<\/strong> Image is 1080 x 1080 pixels, 1:1 aspect ratio.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Portrait:<\/strong> Image is 1080 x 1350 pixels, 4:5 aspect ratio.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Landscape:<\/strong> Image is 1080 x 566 pixels, 1.91:1 aspect ratio.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cover photos:<\/strong> 1128 x 191 pixels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Instagram-101-images-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image showing the different post formats and their sizes on Instagram\" class=\"wp-image-49244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Instagram-101-images-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Instagram-101-images-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Instagram-101-images-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Instagram-101-images-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Instagram-101-images-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Instagram-101-images.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-stories\">Stories<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Photos and videos you share to your story disappear from Feed, your profile and Direct after 24 hours, unless you add it as a highlight.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/5-6-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image showing how a Story is viewed on Instagram\" class=\"wp-image-49245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/5-6-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/5-6-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/5-6-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/5-6-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/5-6-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/5-6.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-story-highlights\">Story Highlights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Story highlights enable you to keep past stories on your profile, organizing them into distinct collections. These highlights can include various themes, such as a new product launch, special events, or thought leadership pieces displayed under your bio when visitors explore your profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-reels\">Reels<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Reels are brief <a href=\"https:\/\/riverside.fm\/magic-clips\">video clips<\/a> designed for trending subjects, frequently featuring music. For optimal Instagram display, ensure your Reels are sized at 1080px x 1920px, maintaining a 9:16 aspect ratio. This size optimizes mobile viewing, fully utilizing the screen. Reels can span up to 60 seconds, accompanied by captions of up to 2,200 characters. Leveraging reels is a great way to organically expand your audience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/6-7-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image showing how Reels are viewed on Instagram\" class=\"wp-image-49246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/6-7-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/6-7-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/6-7-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/6-7-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/6-7-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/6-7.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To access analytics data for Instagram Stories and Reels, especially considering their 24-hour lifespan, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open Insights: Go to your business profile on Instagram.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access Insights: Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top right corner, then select &#8220;Insights.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigate to Content: Under the &#8220;Content&#8221; section, choose &#8220;Stories.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>View Analytics: Here, you can see the metrics for your Stories and Reels. Swipe up on individual Stories to view more detailed analytics, including impressions, reach, replies, and engagement data.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reel Insights: Similarly, for Reels, you can access insights under the &#8220;Content&#8221; section, then choose &#8220;Reels.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/LJHoKl5QjftomGs61BeVY-EHfe0ygyuJ4UOFXQL8uHL1aBxE5tIyO5CCf3VEw8rfITLKrJJV24ziCByCXal4p8ESDw_Gva9D_4IxNrTEV5AkC3o1g-EpS5Q1jw9Z9_pLKYJzWORb2yDPa3xa3Aybdxc\" alt=\"Image shows how to view Insights for your content on Instagram\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/presentation\/d\/1LlNiumgPe1uvrRSZDp7TkUdcBfkj2TWMbdTudSwXJyo\/edit#slide=id.p\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Narrow-Social-media-strategy-template.png\" alt=\"CTA Banner for Social media strategy template\" class=\"wp-image-46243\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-instagram-101-key-terms-and-strategies\">Instagram 101: Key terms and strategies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some essential key terms and strategies that will empower you to make the most out of your presence on the platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hashtags\">Hashtags<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hashtags give context to your business&#8217;s posts and comments. They help users discover your content through searches on Instagram, but this works only if your account is public. To boost engagement, create impactful hashtags by using popular words or phrases related to your content. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, if you&#8217;re sharing a product showcase, using hashtags like #newrelease #productlaunch, or #innovation can attract more eyes to your post. Exploring posts by hashtags can be done in the Explore section or by clicking on any hashtag in a post&#8217;s caption or comments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-4-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image showing how hashtags appear on Instagram\" class=\"wp-image-49247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-4-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-4-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-4-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-4-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-4-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-4.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tagging\">Tagging<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tagging can come in two forms, the first is when you post a video or image that someone appears in. In this case you can choose the \u201ctag people\u201d option when sharing your content. In the second case, you can tag businesses you are collaborating with or want to \u201cshout out\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This term has two meanings. The first is when you post a picture or video that someone appears in or was present for. You can choose the \u201ctag people\u201d option to do this when sharing content. Tagging a business on Instagram is a strategic approach that offers the advantage of double exposure, increasing your content&#8217;s reach to both your audience and the tagged business&#8217;s followers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-5-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image showing how Tagging works on Instagram\" class=\"wp-image-49248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-5-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-5-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-5-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-5-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-5-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/7-5.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-messaging\">Messaging<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/3-instagram-direct-message-marketing-essentials-for-accelerated-growth\/\">Instagram Messaging<\/a> allows you to share posts and messages from other accounts with numerous recipients. By tapping the paper airplane icon, you can forward content to chosen profiles or groups, and even include personalized messages. The messaging feature allows businesses to establish direct and <a href=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/4-tips-for-building-a-customer-community-through-instagram\/\">personalized communication with customers<\/a>, partners, and influencers. This feature enables businesses to share content, updates, promotions, and engage in real-time conversations, fostering stronger relationships and enhancing brand loyalty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/11-1-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image showing Birdeye Inbox unifies various social media messaging inboxes\" class=\"wp-image-49250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/11-1-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/11-1-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/11-1-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/11-1-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/11-1-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/11-1.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Centralize all customer messages from every channel in one inbox<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-explore\">Explore<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Explore Page lets you see recommended or trending posts and stories. 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This feature extends the visibility of your posts, enhances engagement, and maintains a focused caption while enabling additional context, hashtags, or mentions to be placed in the first comment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" src=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/12-1024x686.jpg\" alt=\"Image showing how businesses can leverage the first comment feature on Instagram\" class=\"wp-image-49253\" srcset=\"https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/12-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/12-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/12-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/12-810x543.jpg 810w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/12-1140x764.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/birdeye.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/12.jpg 1146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, while hashtags are important, they often add a cluttered look to your post. 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