{"id":5251,"date":"2024-07-31T03:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-31T03:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/?p=5251"},"modified":"2025-07-04T02:41:31","modified_gmt":"2025-07-04T02:41:31","slug":"how-to-get-followers-on-instagram","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Followers on Instagram in 2024?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>How to get Instagram followers? That&#8217;s a common question among people who create content on the platform, especially those who are just starting out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For content creators on social media, having more followers equals success. The more people follow you, the greater your chances of becoming popular and earning more money. But how to get more followers on Instagram?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several ways to do this, and you don&#8217;t need to come up with ideas by yourself. In this article, we&#8217;ll show you how to boost your Instagram followers. The good news is that most of these methods won&#8217;t ask you to spend any money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents :<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#How_to_Get_Followers_on_Instagram_in_2024\" title=\"How to Get Followers on Instagram in 2024?\">How to Get Followers on Instagram in 2024?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#1_Understand_the_Algorithm\" title=\"1. Understand the Algorithm\">1. Understand the Algorithm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#2_Avoid_ShadowBanning\" title=\"2. Avoid ShadowBanning\">2. Avoid ShadowBanning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#3_Get_Verified_on_Instagram\" title=\"3. Get Verified on Instagram\">3. Get Verified on Instagram<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#4_Switch_to_a_Creator_Account\" title=\"4. Switch to a Creator Account\">4. Switch to a Creator Account<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#5_Create_an_Authentic_Instagram_Bio\" title=\"5. Create an Authentic Instagram Bio\">5. Create an Authentic Instagram Bio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#6_Try_Hidden_Profile_Tricks\" title=\"6. Try Hidden Profile Tricks\">6. Try Hidden Profile Tricks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#7_Offer_a_Unique_Value_Proposition\" title=\"7. Offer a Unique Value Proposition\">7. Offer a Unique Value Proposition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#8_Create_High-Quality_Instagram_Posts\" title=\"8. Create High-Quality Instagram Posts\">8. Create High-Quality Instagram Posts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#9_Produce_Engaging_Instagram_Reels\" title=\"9. Produce Engaging Instagram Reels\">9. Produce Engaging Instagram Reels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#10_Go_Live_on_Instagram\" title=\"10. Go Live on Instagram\">10. Go Live on Instagram<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#11_Post_Interesting_Instagram_Stories\" title=\"11. Post Interesting Instagram Stories\">11. Post Interesting Instagram Stories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#12_Stories_TakeOver\" title=\"12. Stories TakeOver\">12. Stories TakeOver<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#13_Make_Awesome_Captions\" title=\"13. Make Awesome Captions\">13. Make Awesome Captions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#14_Host_a_Caption_Contest\" title=\"14. Host a Caption Contest\">14. Host a Caption Contest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#15_Include_Relevant_Hashtags\" title=\"15. Include Relevant Hashtags\">15. Include Relevant Hashtags<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#16_Dont_Ignore_Instagram_SEO\" title=\"16. Don\u2019t Ignore Instagram SEO\">16. Don\u2019t Ignore Instagram SEO<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#17_Post_at_the_Right_Time\" title=\"17. Post at the Right Time\">17. Post at the Right Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#18_Develop_a_Strong_Personal_Brand\" title=\"18. Develop a Strong Personal Brand\">18. Develop a Strong Personal Brand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#19_Engage_with_Your_Audience\" title=\"19. Engage with Your Audience\">19. Engage with Your Audience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#20_Encourage_User-Generated_Content\" title=\"20. Encourage User-Generated Content\">20. Encourage User-Generated Content<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#21_Collaborate_with_Others\" title=\"21. Collaborate with Others\">21. Collaborate with Others<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#22_Run_Giveaways\" title=\"22. Run Giveaways\">22. Run Giveaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#23_Cross-_Promote_to_Other_Social_Channels\" title=\"23. Cross- Promote to Other Social Channels\">23. Cross- Promote to Other Social Channels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#24_Run_Targeted_Instagram_Ads\" title=\"24. Run Targeted Instagram Ads\">24. Run Targeted Instagram Ads<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#25_Analyze_High-Performing_Content\" title=\"25. Analyze High-Performing Content\">25. Analyze High-Performing Content<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#26_Create_Hyper-Targeted_Content\" title=\"26. Create Hyper-Targeted Content\">26. Create Hyper-Targeted Content<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#27_Remove_Spammy_Followers\" title=\"27. Remove Spammy Followers\">27. Remove Spammy Followers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram\/#Final_Thoughts_on_How_to_Gain_Followers_on_Instagram\" title=\"Final Thoughts on How to Gain Followers on Instagram\">Final Thoughts on How to Gain Followers on Instagram<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Get_Followers_on_Instagram_in_2024\"><\/span>How to Get Followers on Instagram in 2024?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few tips on how to get Instagram followers in 2024:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Understand_the_Algorithm\"><\/span>1. Understand the Algorithm<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re wondering how to get more Instagram followers, the first thing to do is understand the algorithm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/instagram-algorithm\/\">Instagram doesn&#8217;t rely on just one algorithm<\/a> to decide what to show you or whose posts to put first? You read it right. They use different sets of rules to make your experience unique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bear in mind that this step won&#8217;t magically skyrocket your count overnight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, when you learn that most people look for their best friends&#8217; posts in <strong>Stories<\/strong> and use <strong>Explore<\/strong> to find new people to follow, you&#8217;ll get the idea how to get more followers on Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Avoid_ShadowBanning\"><\/span>2. Avoid ShadowBanning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re shadowbanned on Instagram, put aside the question: how to get followers on Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A shadow ban means that other users can&#8217;t see your posts well. This happens because you didn&#8217;t follow the community guidelines. Now think about it, how can you grow your followers when you&#8217;re shadowbanned on Instagram?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get more followers on Instagram, make awesome content that follows the rules to avoid this situation. And remember, shadowban is a real thing that can happen to anyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-instagram-followers-avoid-shadowbanning-1024x630.webp\" alt=\"how to get instagram followers, avoid shadowbanning\" class=\"wp-image-5261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-instagram-followers-avoid-shadowbanning-1024x630.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-instagram-followers-avoid-shadowbanning-300x184.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-instagram-followers-avoid-shadowbanning-768x472.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-instagram-followers-avoid-shadowbanning-150x92.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-instagram-followers-avoid-shadowbanning-450x277.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-instagram-followers-avoid-shadowbanning.webp 1088w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Get_Verified_on_Instagram\"><\/span>3. Get Verified on Instagram<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A blue checkmark next to your username means everything when you want to know how to get followers on Instagram fast. It shows that the platform knows you&#8217;re a real person, making your account more authentic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If someone wants to follow you, they&#8217;ll see you&#8217;re a great content creator, no matter your niche. Also, verified Instagram accounts are usually owned by celebrities, athletes, and musicians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you might guess, verified accounts tend to have more followers than unverified ones. <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-verified-on-instagram\/\">Getting verified on Instagram<\/a> can be helpful, but it&#8217;s not a must for all creators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s more, you don&#8217;t have to pay to get verified on Instagram, unlike <strong>X (formerly Twitter)<\/strong>. While they offer a<a href=\"https:\/\/about.meta.com\/technologies\/meta-verified\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Meta Verified program for $14.99\/month<\/a>, it&#8217;s still new and limited to the <strong>United States<\/strong>, <strong>Australia<\/strong>, and <strong>New Zealand<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Switch_to_a_Creator_Account\"><\/span>4. Switch to a Creator Account<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/instagram-creator-account\/\">Switching to a <strong>Creator Account<\/strong><\/a> is a smart move to get more followers on Instagram. If you haven&#8217;t done it yet, you should do it now. While a personal account is nice and simple, it&#8217;s not enough if you&#8217;re serious about creating content on Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you switch your account to creator account, you\u2019ll have benefits such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Professional Dashboard<\/strong> \u2014 keep an eye on your performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Growth Insights<\/strong> \u2014 learn what posts help you gain followers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are more advantages, but these two are great for getting more Instagram followers for free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Create_an_Authentic_Instagram_Bio\"><\/span>5. Create an Authentic Instagram Bio<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When someone visits your profile on Instagram, the first thing they see is your bio. This means your bio has a big role in creating a positive first impression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, how to grow Instagram followers? If you write a carefully crafted bio, not only can you attract more followers but also strengthen your brand. This applies to all<a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/types-of-content-creators\/\"> types of content creators<\/a>, from gamers and streamers to musicians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We understand that coming up with a good<a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/instagram-bio-ideas\/\"> Instagram bio<\/a> can be a bit tricky. Luckily, we have shared some bio ideas to get you inspired. Those ideas can help you get more Instagram followers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Try_Hidden_Profile_Tricks\"><\/span>6. Try Hidden Profile Tricks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>So, your Instagram bio is ready. And you&#8217;ve done everything right. Still, you might wonder, &#8220;How do I get more followers on Instagram with this?&#8221; Be patient, it takes time to see results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Or, you can try the secret profile trick. It\u2019s a smart way to get more Instagram followers. Keeping your profile private for a bit makes people curious and feel like they\u2019re missing out, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes back for everyone to see, all that excitement gets to more people, which can make them want to join in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Hidden Profile Trick can be effective, but use it wisely. If you use it too much, it might scare away possible followers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Offer_a_Unique_Value_Proposition\"><\/span>7. Offer a Unique Value Proposition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that by 2025 Instagram might have<a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/183585\/instagram-number-of-global-users\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> 1.44 billion users<\/a>? With so many people using it, how can you grab attention if you don&#8217;t have something special to offer?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s where your Unique Value Proposition (UVP) comes into play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your UVP is what makes your Instagram stand out. It&#8217;s what makes people want to follow you because they can&#8217;t get it anywhere else. And that is how to get more followers on Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re into video games, you don&#8217;t just have to share your gameplay videos. Look at how<a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/famous-youtuber\/#20_The_Game_Theorists\"> famous YouTuber like The Game Theorists<\/a> come up with their UVP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Create_High-Quality_Instagram_Posts\"><\/span>8. Create High-Quality Instagram Posts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For content creators who are serious about gaining followers on Instagram, creating high-quality Instagram posts is a must. Bear in mind that Instagram is all about visuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When people come to your profile, they will instantly decide whether to follow you or not based on what they see. And not just that, they&#8217;re likely to interact more with content they enjoy because of its good quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But don&#8217;t get it wrong, depending only on a single post isn&#8217;t a strong strategy. Yes, the <strong>world_record_egg<\/strong> got an amazing <strong>60 million likes<\/strong> from just one post. But that\u2019s a rare case. So, you need to put efforts into making creative posts to make your Instagram feed awesome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1005\" height=\"747\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-more-followers-on-instagram-is-by-creating-more-high-quality-content-not-just-one-like-the-world-record-egg.webp\" alt=\"how to get more followers on instagram is by creating more high quality content, not just one like the world record egg\" class=\"wp-image-5263\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-more-followers-on-instagram-is-by-creating-more-high-quality-content-not-just-one-like-the-world-record-egg.webp 1005w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-more-followers-on-instagram-is-by-creating-more-high-quality-content-not-just-one-like-the-world-record-egg-300x223.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-more-followers-on-instagram-is-by-creating-more-high-quality-content-not-just-one-like-the-world-record-egg-768x571.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-more-followers-on-instagram-is-by-creating-more-high-quality-content-not-just-one-like-the-world-record-egg-150x111.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-more-followers-on-instagram-is-by-creating-more-high-quality-content-not-just-one-like-the-world-record-egg-450x334.webp 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1005px) 100vw, 1005px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Produce_Engaging_Instagram_Reels\"><\/span>9. Produce Engaging Instagram Reels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Instagram is famous for sharing photos. But, it has a feature called Instagram Reels. With Reels, you can post short videos that are about 15 seconds long. These videos can help you capture the interest of a larger audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And guess what? Instagram Reels can be the answer for how to get followers on Instagram. Why so?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The stats show that Instagram Reels get <strong>22% more people engaging<\/strong> than regular videos on Instagram. Plus, the most popular Instagram Reels can get almost <strong>300 million views<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Go_Live_on_Instagram\"><\/span>10. Go Live on Instagram<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Instagram has a feature called Instagram Live. By using this, you can go live in front of your followers to build instant connections. What&#8217;s even more amazing is that <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-go-live-on-instagram\/\">live streaming on Instagram<\/a> suits any niche, from fashion to gaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We recommend using this feature. The reason is real-time interaction is how to gain followers on Instagram fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike regular posts, going live on Instagram shows the true you as a content creator. Also it creates a sense of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), meaning people need to catch your stream on time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read More:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/mobile-streaming-setup\/\">Mobile Streaming Setup<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/live-streaming-platforms\/\">Best Live Streaming Platforms<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Post_Interesting_Instagram_Stories\"><\/span>11. Post Interesting Instagram Stories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How to get more followers on Instagram? You must share interesting stories that can quickly catch the eye of both your current followers and those who haven&#8217;t followed you yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You probably know that stories on Instagram show photos and videos that disappear after 24 hours. Like live streaming, this feature is also great for creating urgency to consume your content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And guess what? Your stories are right at the top of the app. This means they&#8217;re instantly visible, boosting their potential to attract audiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/instagram-post-size\/\"><strong>The Best Instagram Post Size, Story, &amp; Reels for Better Engagement<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Stories_TakeOver\"><\/span>12. Stories TakeOver<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Want more views on your Instagram stories? You can collaborate with other <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/content-creator\/\">content creators<\/a> for Story takeovers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An Instagram Story takeover is when you let someone else use your account for a little while to share their own posts. It\u2019s a great way to show your followers different ideas and styles. This type of content can add some excitement to your Stories and potentially attract more followers on Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common IG Stories takeovers happen between content creators and brands, such as <strong>Kimberly Marable<\/strong> for Broadway Plus and <strong>Hoyeon Jung<\/strong> for Calvin Klein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But it\u2019s not just for them. Creators can collaborate with each other, and even celebrities can engage with their fans, like when David Beckham collaborated with Sripun in the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"695\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-Try-to-do-stories-takeover-with-other-content-creators-1024x695.webp\" alt=\"How to get followers on Instagram? Try to do stories takeover with other content creators\" class=\"wp-image-9432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-Try-to-do-stories-takeover-with-other-content-creators-1024x695.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-Try-to-do-stories-takeover-with-other-content-creators-300x204.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-Try-to-do-stories-takeover-with-other-content-creators-768x521.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-Try-to-do-stories-takeover-with-other-content-creators-150x102.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-Try-to-do-stories-takeover-with-other-content-creators-450x305.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-Try-to-do-stories-takeover-with-other-content-creators.webp 1057w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Make_Awesome_Captions\"><\/span>13. Make Awesome Captions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You know the saying, &#8220;A picture is worth a thousand words&#8221;, That might be true. But if you just post a photo without a good<a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/short-captions-for-instagram\/\"> Instagram caption<\/a>, it won&#8217;t grab as much attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only that, adding a thoughtful caption can give meaning to your photos. This matters, especially if you have a certain message to say. For example, if you support a cause, promote a product, or share your thoughts on an issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that in mind, using an interesting caption is a smart way to get more Instagram followers for free. People who agree with you on certain topics or are curious about the products you talk about are likely to follow you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Host_a_Caption_Contest\"><\/span>14. Host a Caption Contest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding the perfect caption for your posts can be challenging. Sometimes, you just can\u2019t find the right words for your picture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, did you know you can turn this challenge into a way to get more followers on Instagram quickly?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"797\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/To-get-followers-for-Instagram-by-caption-contest-is-also-a-great-idea-1024x797.webp\" alt=\"To get followers for Instagram by caption contest is also a great idea\" class=\"wp-image-9431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/To-get-followers-for-Instagram-by-caption-contest-is-also-a-great-idea-1024x797.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/To-get-followers-for-Instagram-by-caption-contest-is-also-a-great-idea-300x233.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/To-get-followers-for-Instagram-by-caption-contest-is-also-a-great-idea-768x598.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/To-get-followers-for-Instagram-by-caption-contest-is-also-a-great-idea-150x117.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/To-get-followers-for-Instagram-by-caption-contest-is-also-a-great-idea-450x350.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/To-get-followers-for-Instagram-by-caption-contest-is-also-a-great-idea-1200x934.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/To-get-followers-for-Instagram-by-caption-contest-is-also-a-great-idea.webp 1370w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can just host a caption contest. Share a photo and ask your followers to come up with the best caption. As a reward, you can give them gift cards or other fun prizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t how to get followers on Instagram for free, but it works. Why? This post is good for algorithms because it usually gets many likes or comments, which could make the platform show it to more people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Include_Relevant_Hashtags\"><\/span>15. Include Relevant Hashtags<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven&#8217;t added hashtags to all your Instagram posts, it&#8217;s a good idea to start now. Hashtags are one of the best ways to boost views and interactions on your content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a look at many social media influencers on the platform. Yes, they always try to reach more audiences by using the right hashtags. It can be anything based on your niche, from #gaming and #letsplay to #cosplayer and #foodphotography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re unsure about what to use, you can easily learn the<a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/hashtags-for-instagram-reels\/\"> trending hashtags<\/a> that best suit your message.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Dont_Ignore_Instagram_SEO\"><\/span>16. Don\u2019t Ignore Instagram SEO<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You might ask, &#8220;Why do I need to learn about Instagram SEO to get more followers? Can&#8217;t I just stick to using hashtags as usual?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hootsuite says hashtags still matter. But the impact of SEO in boosting your visibility on Instagram is significant. From their research, any posts optimized for SEO can get a <strong>30% bigger reach<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine, just by including alt text or your location, you can help people discover you. What a good way to get followers on Instagram for free, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Post_at_the_Right_Time\"><\/span>17. Post at the Right Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you post content regularly, it shows that you are consistent as a content creator. But when you post it at the right time, this can grow your Instagram followers fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The reason is posting at the right time increases the chance of more people seeing your post. This, in turn, boosts the probability of them engaging with it, such as sharing it with their friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how to get followers on Instagram when it comes to the<a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/best-time-to-post-on-instagram\/\"> best time to post on Instagram<\/a>? Research suggests posting on <strong>Tuesday<\/strong> from <strong>4 AM to 10 AM<\/strong> and also on <strong>Wednesday<\/strong> from <strong>7 AM to 11 AM<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Develop_a_Strong_Personal_Brand\"><\/span>18. Develop a Strong Personal Brand<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To make sure people always turn to you for information on a specific topic, <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-build-a-strong-brand-as-a-creator-influencer\/\">make your personal brand strong<\/a>. This is how to get a lot of followers on Instagram that stick around for a long time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s important to figure out your special style, voice, and message. These should all stay the same whenever you make a post on Instagram. When things are consistent, people trust you more and remember your personal brand easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"863\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Get-followers-in-Instagram-by-developing-your-strong-brand-as-a-content-creator-1024x863.webp\" alt=\"Get followers in Instagram by developing your strong brand as a content creator\" class=\"wp-image-9433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Get-followers-in-Instagram-by-developing-your-strong-brand-as-a-content-creator-1024x863.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Get-followers-in-Instagram-by-developing-your-strong-brand-as-a-content-creator-300x253.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Get-followers-in-Instagram-by-developing-your-strong-brand-as-a-content-creator-768x648.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Get-followers-in-Instagram-by-developing-your-strong-brand-as-a-content-creator-150x126.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Get-followers-in-Instagram-by-developing-your-strong-brand-as-a-content-creator-450x379.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Get-followers-in-Instagram-by-developing-your-strong-brand-as-a-content-creator.webp 1058w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marques Brownlee<\/strong>, a popular tech influencer on Instagram, mentions in his bio: \u201cI promise I won\u2019t overdo the filters\u201d. That&#8217;s the way he tried to&nbsp; communicate with his audience that his videos are real and&nbsp; they are full of authentic reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19_Engage_with_Your_Audience\"><\/span>19. Engage with Your Audience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people believe that all social media, including Instagram, is designed for interaction. So, the nature of an Instagram post is to attract people to comment, like, and share.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that in mind, the more <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-engage-your-audience\/\">people engage<\/a> with it, the more others will become aware of the person who created the content. In short, if you come up with a question: \u201cHow to get more followers on Instagram\u201d,&nbsp; think about the core of Instagram \u2014 engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To do that, you can respond to comments and questions whenever you have the time. Also, you can ask questions to let your followers have something to say.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"20_Encourage_User-Generated_Content\"><\/span>20. Encourage User-Generated Content<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/ugc-creator\/\">User-generated content<\/a> is all about the content your followers create. It&#8217;s a nice way to grab more followers on Instagram. But usually, it&#8217;s more about the brand than individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, when you see posts from <strong>Red Bull<\/strong> or <strong>GoPro<\/strong> on Instagram, many of them come from people who use the product, not the company itself. Still, these posts click with the brand&#8217;s followers. They&#8217;re interesting and show authenticity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also motivate your followers to create their own content. Let&#8217;s say you&#8217;re a beauty influencer. You can post a specific makeup look and challenge your followers to try it, too. Those who do well will have their work shared by you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"702\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram-free-encourage-User-Generated-Content-like-what-Go-Pro-does-1024x702.webp\" alt=\"how to get followers on instagram free, encourage User Generated Content like what Go Pro does\" class=\"wp-image-5259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram-free-encourage-User-Generated-Content-like-what-Go-Pro-does-1024x702.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram-free-encourage-User-Generated-Content-like-what-Go-Pro-does-300x206.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram-free-encourage-User-Generated-Content-like-what-Go-Pro-does-768x526.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram-free-encourage-User-Generated-Content-like-what-Go-Pro-does-1536x1053.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram-free-encourage-User-Generated-Content-like-what-Go-Pro-does-150x103.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram-free-encourage-User-Generated-Content-like-what-Go-Pro-does-450x308.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram-free-encourage-User-Generated-Content-like-what-Go-Pro-does-1200x822.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-followers-on-instagram-free-encourage-User-Generated-Content-like-what-Go-Pro-does.webp 1602w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Collaborate_with_Others\"><\/span>21. Collaborate with Others<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>David Beckham<\/strong>, <strong>Matt Damon<\/strong>, <strong>Snoop Dogg<\/strong>; you name it. All of them are featured on Khaby Lake&#8217;s Instagram. This contributes to his success, with a current follower count of 80.2 million.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, you can&#8217;t just count on working together with others without making great content. But it&#8217;s true that collaborating can help grow your audience. It lets you connect with people who might not usually see your photos or videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But don\u2019t get it wrong, collaborating on Instagram is not only about creating content like what Khaby did. It can be about tagging someone or a specific brand as a part of your post, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you collaborate with others and receive many likes, it&#8217;s clear that your audience respects both of you. This boosts trust and can create more interaction that will eventually attract more followers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"22_Run_Giveaways\"><\/span>22. Run Giveaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A giveaway is when you give prizes to your followers, usually with some rules. It&#8217;s a smart way to get more followers on Instagram because it can quickly increase the number of people following you and boost how much they interact with your posts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Actually, it\u2019s businesses that often do giveaways to help more people know their brand and attract customers. It turns out that content creators can also do this to get more social media followers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A giveaway works for any niche. The prize doesn&#8217;t need to be expensive, though. It&#8217;s often about showing respect to your followers for hitting a specific goal. For example, when you get 1 million followers or have the most viewed content, you can do a giveaway like what <strong>Ali Abdaal<\/strong> did.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"704\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/running-a-giveaway-is-effective-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-fast-1024x704.webp\" alt=\"running a giveaway is effective to get followers on Instagram fast\" class=\"wp-image-5266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/running-a-giveaway-is-effective-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-fast-1024x704.webp 1024w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/running-a-giveaway-is-effective-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-fast-300x206.webp 300w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/running-a-giveaway-is-effective-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-fast-768x528.webp 768w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/running-a-giveaway-is-effective-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-fast-1536x1056.webp 1536w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/running-a-giveaway-is-effective-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-fast-150x103.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/running-a-giveaway-is-effective-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-fast-450x309.webp 450w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/running-a-giveaway-is-effective-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-fast-1200x825.webp 1200w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/running-a-giveaway-is-effective-to-get-followers-on-Instagram-fast.webp 1596w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"23_Cross-_Promote_to_Other_Social_Channels\"><\/span>23. Cross- Promote to Other Social Channels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can connect with your audience on different social media platforms. If you&#8217;re after more followers on Instagram, doing cross-promotion is a great way to boost your visibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s say you&#8217;re a cosplayer. You&#8217;ve made a YouTube tutorial about doing makeup. You share pictures of your makeup results on Instagram. Then, you create a Twitter thread explaining each step in detail and include a link back to your Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, you can make a single piece of content and promote two other social channels at once. It doesn&#8217;t take much effort, but you can attract more followers on Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"24_Run_Targeted_Instagram_Ads\"><\/span>24. Run Targeted Instagram Ads<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to how to get followers on instagram, you can always start with the free strategies. But, if you can afford it later on, paid strategies can also be effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instagram ads help you reach and engage more people by targeting them precisely. You can also track ROI (return on investment) to make sure your efforts are effective. This is how you can attract Instagram followers using data-driven actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you see a post marked as &#8216;sponsored,&#8217; it&#8217;s an ad. You can find out how to make awesome content similar to those ads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"639\" height=\"707\" src=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-more-followers-on-Instagram-run-targeted-ads-on-Instagram.webp\" alt=\"how to get more followers on Instagram, run targeted ads on Instagram\" class=\"wp-image-5264\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-more-followers-on-Instagram-run-targeted-ads-on-Instagram.webp 639w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-more-followers-on-Instagram-run-targeted-ads-on-Instagram-271x300.webp 271w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-more-followers-on-Instagram-run-targeted-ads-on-Instagram-150x166.webp 150w, https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-get-more-followers-on-Instagram-run-targeted-ads-on-Instagram-450x498.webp 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 639px) 100vw, 639px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"25_Analyze_High-Performing_Content\"><\/span>25. Analyze High-Performing Content<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like when you run ads, any approach on how to get more followers on Instagram should be based on data. This allows you to learn from what works and use it in your next posts. You can also learn from mistakes to make your content better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thankfully, there are many ways to analyze your content and keep track of your follower count. Tools called <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/instagram-follower-trackers\/\">Instagram follower trackers<\/a> can assist you in improving your strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, analyzing content isn&#8217;t only for pros. Beginners also need to know how to spot content that attracts more followers and what doesn&#8217;t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"26_Create_Hyper-Targeted_Content\"><\/span>26. Create Hyper-Targeted Content<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How do I get more followers on Instagram after looking at my content performance? Well, it&#8217;s all about keeping it up and being in a loop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, you need to adjust your next post based on the data you have. Then, make content that will catch the attention of people who are likely to engage with it. The post might not be the most viewed, but make sure it gets the most engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you&#8217;re a gaming streamer and your game commentary posts get a lot of likes, you might want to post similar content on Instagram Stories again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s all about understanding how the algorithm works and jumping in. Social media platforms like Instagram usually show content that gets many comments. However, the timing of your posts and how relevant your content is also important for getting followers on Instagram for free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"27_Remove_Spammy_Followers\"><\/span>27. Remove Spammy Followers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you being verified on Instagram? That&#8217;s great. But do you actually have real followers? You need to check that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you\u2019re a verified creator, having a lot of spam or bot accounts can make people hesitate to follow you. This is especially important for social media influencers because it can affect your credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, if you have too many inactive accounts following you, it can lower your engagement rates. This might affect your brand perceptions, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, to get followers on Instagram and keep your account healthy, you need to remove potential spam. Simply go to your Profile and click on <strong>Settings<\/strong>. In your <strong>Follower list<\/strong>, tap on <strong>Potential spam<\/strong>. Then, confirm the request to review your followers before removing any bots or spam accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read Also<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/ganknow.com\/blog\/how-to-get-followers-on-twitch\/\">How to Get Followers on Twitch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts_on_How_to_Gain_Followers_on_Instagram\"><\/span>Final Thoughts on How to Gain Followers on Instagram<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many content creators want to know how to get more followers on Instagram. This makes sense because the more followers you have, the more popular you will be in your niche.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have learned 27 ways how to get insta followers even if you are beginners. 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