12 GENIUS INSTAGRAM HACKS EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW ABOUT

Hello lovelies,

Instagram has become one of the most popular social media platforms today. Millions of people flick through their Instagram feed several times a day. Instagram is a great way to connect with people from all over the world, and to get your content out there for eyes to see! I love using my Instagram to showcase my personality, creations, and my blog! … oh and of course to stalk all the pretty profiles out there.. GUILTY!

Growing your Instagram can work wonders for your business/blog, but it can be hard at the beginning to grow a following. I have come up with 12 ways to gain followers in a few short months!

So let’s jump right into it shall we?

Here are 10 of my Favourite Instagram Hacks:

Use Hashtags

This should be an obvious tip but a lot of people forget to add hashtags to their captions. Finding the perfect hashtag can be a pain, but it will drive people to your post and your profile! So Hashtag away!

Choose a Theme 

Choose a theme that fits within your niche. Meaning if you blog about food, try and let your Instagram feed reflect that! Consistency between your Instagram feed and your blog/business will keep people coming back for more!

Write a Rememberable Profile Bio

This gives your followers an idea of who you are, and what they can expect on your feed. Write a short yet insightful bio to convince people to click that follow button!

Put Breaks in Your Captions

Write your captions out in the Notes app. Add breaks and spaces where you want them, then copy and paste it into the caption section when posting. This makes it more eye appealing and easier to read.

Ask Questions in your Captions

This is another fun way to get your followers engaged on your profile. I see a lot of popular accounts using this to encourage followers to comment on their posts, and it works like a charm!

Engage in the Instagram Community with Likes and Comments

Search your most used hashtags and scroll through the feed. Like, comment and interact with these posts. You will be shocked at how many people will visit your profile from doing this. If they like what they see, they will follow you!

Tag Larger Accounts

A lot of popular accounts are usually repost accounts… meaning they search for Instagram posts that fit their theme, and they repost on their account with credit to the original post owners. Give them an easy way to find you by tagging them in your Instagram photos! If you are lucky, they will repost yours and this will drive traffic right to your profile! 

Geotag Your Location 

Geotag your post is a must! It works the same as a hashtag in a way. If your too nervous posting your exact location, you can do what I do and just post the province/state you are in!

Reply to Your Comments 

Be respectful of those who have taken the time to comment on your posts. Try your best to answer them, or even just heart the comment!

Be Consistent in Your Posting Times

When scheduling your posts, try and be consistent in the timing. Try posting at the same time every day so your followers will know when to expect new content from you. This keeps them engaged and knowing when to come back for more! 

Tag Brands and Larger Instagram Profiles in your Story

Tagging brands and popular Instagram profiles on your posts will attract them to your profile and grab their attention! Add their hashtags as well!

Connect Your Instagram Account to Your Blog

If you have a blog, add your link to your Instagram profile bio. This will not only let your blog followers know that this is your profile, but will also send your Instagram followers to your blog! Make it easier for your followers to follow ALL of you!