For examples of how brands are using Instagram and our API to create compelling visual experiences for their fans, visit the Instagram for Business blog. You can see a list of brands using Instagram in our Notable Users Directory.
Support KB Category: Instagram Basics
Getting Started on Instagram
Just getting started on Instagram? Here are some steps you can take to make sure your brand takes full advantage of the platform right away. We’ve included support links for each step in case you need any further explanation of how something works.
Instagram for Businesses
Getting Started on Instagram Examples of Brands on Instagram Find Customers on Instagram Share Brand Photos to Facebook Instagram PR Guidelines Host a Photo Campaign FAQs for Brands and Businesses Get Started With the Instagram API Send Photos From Your App to Instagram
Explore Tab
How are photos and videos chosen for Search & Explore?
We’re always working to update the types of photos and videos you see in Search & Explore to better tailor it to you. For example, we may show you photos liked by people whose posts you’ve liked or posts that are liked by a …
Photo Tips and Tricks
How do I turn borders on or off?
You can add a border to any filtered photo:
Instagram on the Web
Discover Instagram on the Web How do I get to my profile on the web?
You can access your account on the web by going to instagram.com and logging in with your Instagram username and password. You can also view your profile by going to instagram.com/[username].
How do I view photos and videos using …
Exploring Photos and Videos
Viewing Photos and Videos How do I use Activity?
Activity helps you stay up-to-date on recent activity from people you’re following.
Tap and then Following at the top to see activity from people you follow. Tap You to see the most recent activity for you, including people who’ve started following you, @ mentions …
Mentions
Mention other Instagrammers on a post and they’ll be notified in their Activity.
How do I mention someone on Instagram?
To mention someone, type @ followed immediately by their username (ex: “great photo, @shayne!”). Don’t include a space between @ and the username. The person you mention will get a notification in their …
Tagging
Tagging is currently only available for the iPhone and Android apps.
Tagging People in Your Photos How do I tag people in my photo?
To tag people in your photo as you’re sharing it:
Instagram Direct
Instagram Direct lets you choose who you send photos and videos to. How do I use Instagram Direct?
Instagram Direct lets you send a photo or video to a select group of people. Posts won’t appear in Feed, search or your profile.
To send photos/videos with Instagram Direct:
