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Instagram Privacy Policy Review

  • February 18, 2022
  • Artur Kozlovskyi
Ever wondered what Instagram Privacy Policy is all about? Luckily, we’re here to explain!  You’ll find out what kinds of personal data Instagram collects, what happens to this information later,…
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How to use Instagram notifications, and where did they go in 2021?

  • December 17, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
Love Instagram but want to be more productive and intentional when using it to connect with people? Using Instagram notifications is a great way to stay on top of trends,…
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How to hide likes on Instagram posts, your own and those of other users

  • November 22, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
Do you love Instagram but hate that it is used as a popularity contest? If the number of likes your post receives isn’t important to you, you’ll be pleased to…
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How to get verified on Instagram and get that blue check

  • November 10, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
You’ve likely seen the blue checkmark next to the profile names of some of the accounts you follow on Instagram. This little badge of honor means that the account has…
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How to go Live on Instagram in 2021

  • November 5, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
If you’re a photographer, you’re probably used to staying behind the camera. But if you want to build an authentic, transparent relationship with your social media followers, you’ll need to…
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The ultimate guide to Instagram Stories for photo and video creators

  • October 11, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Instagram Stories are one of Instagram’s most popular in-app features. Thanks to the wide variety of GIF options, face filters, and colorful stickers, the creative possibilities are endless. Photographers and…
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How to become an Instagram influencer as a photographer

  • September 29, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
If you love taking photos and sharing them with the world, then you’re already influencing your digital community. Want to go a step further and become an honest-to-goodness influencer on…
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12 best social media management tools to use on your iPhone

  • September 27, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
Ah, social media. A decade ago, it would have been impossible to predict that it would have such an effect on the way we live, do business, and, well, socialize.…
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How to use Instagram Guides for your photography account

  • September 24, 2021
  • Jeff Phungglan
Wish there was an easy and visually pleasing way to share long-form content on Instagram? There is! Instagram Guides is a relatively new feature that’s still being rolled out to…
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How to make money on Instagram: 7 tried-and-tested ways

  • September 23, 2021
  • Jeff Phungglan
At this point, you would have to be living under a rock not to see the power of advertising on social media platforms like Instagram. In fact, being an influencer…
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How to share a YouTube video on Instagram as a post or Story

  • September 21, 2021
  • Jeff Phungglan
Half the fun of hilarious YouTube videos is sharing them. And sure, you could send a link out to your friends. But what about the people who follow you on…
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How to block someone on Instagram and unblock them later

  • September 14, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Instagram aims to promote more virtual connection and social interaction — but that doesn’t necessarily mean everyone will always get along.  Now and then, we all come across users whom…
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How to repost on Instagram and why you should

  • September 14, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Instagram was built for social connection. While commenting and liking another account’s post is a great way to show some love, the best way to increase your engagement with other…
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How to post on Instagram from your PC

  • September 10, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
While most people run their virtual worlds from their phones these days, there are some compelling reasons to complete certain tasks via a laptop or a PC. Posting to Instagram…
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Who blocked me on Instagram? Here’s how to find out

  • September 8, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
Have you ever wondered how to know if someone has blocked you on Instagram? Or what happens when you get blocked? If you think you’ve been blocked on Instagram, don’t…
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How to add music to an Instagram Story, with and without stickers

  • September 3, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
In 2018, Instagram introduced the option to share music on Stories, allowing users to add their favorite songs to their photos and videos. This move allowed Instagrammers to access thousands…
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When is the best time to post on Instagram, and is there a peak time at all?

  • September 2, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
The best time to post on Instagram has long been debated by influencers and social media experts. In the past, studies collectively concluded the prime times and days for active…
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A guide to the ideal Instagram profile picture: Size and best practices

  • August 28, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
While it may be small, your Instagram profile pic is a prominent part of your personal brand. It’s the first visual introduction that new visitors to your page will see,…
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5 easy ways to add a white border to your Instagram photo

  • August 19, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
With the rise of various third-party apps and tools, there are thousands of ways to edit your Instagram photos. While some users layer their pictures with cool filters or colorful…
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How to create an Instagram carousel for better engagement

  • August 17, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
Instagram has rolled out plenty of new tools over the years, allowing you to customize your feed and increase engagement. Stories, IGTV, and Reels should all have a spot in…
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How to create multiple Instagram accounts and switch between them

  • August 16, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Sometimes, one Instagram account is not enough. Whether you’re starting a business, managing a feed for your job, or just want a place specifically reserved for showcasing your photography, it’s…
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What’s Instagram Reels? The guide to the new Instagram fad

  • August 12, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
It’s no secret that video is the medium of the future. Viral snippets and live recordings have made their way to every social media platform, including Instagram. While the app…
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How to find and use cool Instagram fonts for your bio and posts

  • August 11, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
When it comes to social media platforms, Instagram leads the pack in terms of creativity. From pop culture GIFs to collage grids, the artistic possibilities are practically endless. So it…
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How to schedule Instagram posts on iPhone and on desktop

  • August 4, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
While Instagram may have started as a simple photo-sharing mobile app, it’s grown to become one of the most influential social media platforms in the world. Users have found incredible…
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How to delete an Instagram post: The tricks you didn't know
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How to delete an Instagram post: The tricks you didn’t know

  • August 3, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Ah, the glory days of early 2010s Instagram. Back when using the Valencia filter on every photo was hip, and getting 25 likes was more than enough. Nothing was curated…
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How to download an Instagram Story and save it to your iPhone

  • August 2, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
When Instagram first hit the App Store in 2010, it garnered a great deal of attention and soon became one of the world’s leading social media networks. But the best…
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Instagram photo size guide: Stories, posts, and more

  • July 30, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Gone are the days when Instagram users were limited to posting their photos only in the form of cropped squares. As the popular social media app has grown its platform,…
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How to remove followers on Instagram, and what happens when you do

  • July 28, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Nothing lasts forever — especially when it comes to Instagram followers. But, thankfully, you don’t have to wait for someone to unfollow you or delete their account to remove them.…
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How to use Instagram Highlights to showcase your best Stories
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How to use Instagram Highlights to showcase your best Stories

  • July 27, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Stories are one of the most popular features on Instagram — and for a good reason. Not only are they quick and easy to put together, but they’re a great…
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How to post on Instagram from Mac, with and without apps

  • July 27, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
You’ve got to give Instagram credit for staying the course. They have always been dedicated to being an app exclusively for mobile devices. Photographers who shoot with cameras have always…
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10 Instagram engagement hacks that influencers use and love

  • July 26, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
There is much to love about Instagram, especially if you’re passionate about taking photos and videos. It can be discouraging, however, to spend hours taking and editing a beautiful photo…
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How to save Instagram videos or download them to your iPhone

  • July 26, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Ever since Instagram opened the floodgates to media beyond still images, the platform has become a prime location for watching videos. From insightful tutorials to funny moments captured on camera,…
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Why you need an Instagram business account and how to create one
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How to set up an Instagram business account

  • July 23, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Like many social media platforms, Instagram started as a humble way to connect virtually. But as its popularity steadily increased over the years — becoming one of the most used…
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How to deactivate your Instagram account or delete it for good

  • July 20, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
When it comes to social media, Instagram is the ultimate virtual connector. With stunning visuals and increasingly useful features, Instagram is easily one of the top social media platforms in…
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How to post multiple photos on Instagram in 2021

  • July 16, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
Sharing multiple images on your Instagram Stories or posts is a time-saving process that will help you increase engagement and create a cohesive theme within your content. There are several…
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9 Instagram Story templates to show off your photos

  • July 15, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
While Stories can be credited for fueling the creation of fun polls, long-form videos, and face filter games, the vast possibilities for creativity make Stories one of the most popular…
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10 best iPhone photographer accounts to follow for inspiration

  • July 15, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
It’s no big secret that the iPhone camera has evolved drastically over the past few years. Between the increasingly intuitive features, accessibility, and high-quality images, many professional photographers have made…
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How to get more followers on Instagram: 12 best tips

  • July 12, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
Instagram has more than a billion users, and its audience is growing larger every day. With so many users on the platform, it can be difficult to cut through the…
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How to save Instagram photos to an iPhone

  • July 8, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Instagram is, without a doubt, the most popular visual platform of the modern era. With hundreds of thousands of beautiful, aesthetically pleasing photos available with just a swipe of your…
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The best Instagram filters for Stories and posts, and how to use them

  • June 29, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
Want to make some edits to your photos or videos before posting them on Instagram for the world to see? Sure, there are hundreds of apps that let you apply…
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How to add a link to your Instagram Story, post, or IGTV video
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How to add a link to your Instagram Story, post, or IGTV video

  • June 25, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
The number of things you can do on Instagram has grown exponentially since the app was launched in 2010. You can add a GIF of Taylor Swift winking to your…
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How to add music to an Instagram video post, Story, or Reel

  • June 16, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
It’s not enough these days to just post a photo on Instagram and call it a day. But with so many creative editing features — both within the app and…
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How to change your Instagram name, and is it a bad practice?

  • May 20, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
There’s a lot of room to be creative on Instagram. You can post aesthetically pleasing photos of your morning coffee, show off your music skills in your Stories, and display…
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How to post and send a GIF on Instagram from your iPhone

  • May 18, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
Officially, the acronym “GIF” stands for Graphics Interchange Format and is a way to store short animations as a series of photos in a single file. Unofficially, a GIF is…
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How to use IGTV as a photographer or video creator

  • May 12, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Instagram may have started out as a platform for sharing heavily filtered still photographs, but since then, it’s transformed into so much more. With Stories, live broadcasts, and mini loops…
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How to come up with the best Instagram bio

  • May 9, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
If Instagram is the gateway to online social connection, then your bio is your first impression. It’s what potential followers initially see when they stumble across your profile. And while…
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Instagram Archive and 5 clever ways to use it

  • May 6, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
Have you ever posted a photo on Instagram only to change your mind about sharing it with the public? Obviously, deleting said photo is an option, but there’s also a…
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How to post a video on Instagram: Tricks you didn’t know

  • May 5, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
There is no content format quite as entertaining as video.  For years, Instagram advertised itself strictly as a photo-sharing platform. In fact, it wasn’t until the (formerly) popular six-second video-sharing…
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6 Instagram photo editor apps favored by influencers

  • April 28, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Social media influencers didn’t even exist a few years ago. But witty captions and perfectly timed photos have created a new kind of celebrity. One who has thousands of followers,…
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How to use Instagram Insights to promote your photography

  • April 9, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
You take the perfect photo, then spend hours editing it, finding hashtags, and writing your Instagram caption before posting to your Instagram account. Your amazing shot gets a handful of…
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10 authentic ways to get more likes on Instagram
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10 authentic ways how to get more likes on Instagram

  • April 8, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
If there’s one Instagram metric that reigns supreme, it’s likes. Not only can the number of likes determine the overall success of a post, but having more of them can…
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How to edit, hide, and delete comments on Instagram

  • March 16, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
Users in the early days of social media commented without the ability to edit. If an unsavory character left an awkward comment, it would remain there indefinitely. It wasn’t until…
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7 Instagram alternatives to get your photos and videos seen

  • March 9, 2021
  • Tara Schatz
Sharing photos on Instagram is a great way to connect with friends, followers, and other photographers, but it’s not the only way. If you feel like throwing in the towel…
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The Close Friends list on Instagram: What it is and how to use it

  • January 19, 2021
  • Emily Blackwood
When it comes to Instagram followers, most people subscribe to the idea that more is better. While growing your follower count can result in an increased number of likes and…
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12 Instagram video editor apps for engaging Stories and posts

  • December 22, 2020
  • Emily Blackwood
Instagram is no longer a simple photo-sharing app. Since its debut in 2010, Instagram has transformed into a massive multimedia social media platform used by people all over the globe…
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How to take Instagram photos like a pro using just your iPhone

  • November 12, 2020
  • Tara Schatz
If, like most of us, you’ve fallen in love with Instagram, you may be ready to start taking your photography more seriously so you can capture photos that are worth…
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How to run an Instagram giveaway: Rules, ideas, and apps

  • November 9, 2020
  • Emily Blackwood
Engagement is the name of the game when it comes to Instagram growth. And whether you want to find new followers or interact more with your current audience, giveaways are…
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How to use Instagram ads to grow your photography account

  • November 5, 2020
  • Emily Blackwood
Posting high-quality content, actively engaging with followers, and utilizing innovative in-app features will help you grow your Instagram account, but traditional strategies only take you so far. The hands-down best…
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The 10 best Instagram apps for creating and posting on the go

  • October 29, 2020
  • Emily Blackwood
With nearly a billion people actively posting, sharing, and tagging each other, Instagram has risen to the top of the social media game. If you’ve been a user since the…
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Shadowban on Instagram: How to know if you’re shadowbanned and what to do about it

  • October 28, 2020
  • Emily Blackwood
Shadowbanning is one of the most elusive and frustrating things that can happen to your Instagram account — especially if you’re trying to grow your following. And despite thousands of…
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