Ignite Social Media

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Ever since Facebook and Instagram started selling ad space, marketers have wondered when social shopping and the direct purchase of products would become available via the platforms. Facebook reported that “ more than 130 million users tap on tags in Instagram shopping posts”, so shopping behavior is already a huge part of the app.

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Social Media Today

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

TikTok looks to be going with a more Instagram-inspired look for user profiles, while platform influencers are raising more concerns about content removals.

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Hootsuite

OCTOBER 11, 2022

If you say “Instagram shadowban” in the mirror three times, Head of Instagram Adam Mosseri appears and tells you it isn’t real. Fear not: This is your complete guide to avoiding an (alleged) Instagram shadowban, and how to recover from one (allegedly). What is an Instagram shadowban? How do Instagram shadowbans work?

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Buffer Social

AUGUST 28, 2023

TikTok has its revamped Creativity Program , YouTube has the YouTube Partner Program , and now, Instagram creators who want to monetize their content directly have the Subscriptions feature. So, what is different about Instagram’s approach to monetization for creators, and why is it worth it? What are subscriptions on Instagram?

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Social Media Today

JULY 19, 2019

Instagram is adding a new, time-based measurement on policy violations, which will also see the implementation of a new warning for accounts close to being banned.

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agora pulse

OCTOBER 10, 2017

It feels great to launch an Instagram account, start posting, and watch the follower count go up—“they like me, they really like me!” People value your content enough to want to follow you so more of what you’re posting will show up in their Instagram feeds. So, just why might you be losing Instagram followers?

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Sprout Social

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

How does Instagram shopping fit into your social media strategy ? It’s no secret that consumers rely on Instagram to browse new brands and hunt for products. Recent data shows that shoppers on Instagram have gone from “browsing” to “buying” in a huge way. But times have changed. Source: Soludos.

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Hootsuite

JANUARY 31, 2022

Instagram shopping lets you create an engaging shopping experience directly from your profile. Every day, millions of Instagram users explore their feed looking to buy things they love. The great news is that opening your Instagram shop is free and easy to get started! If you need a business license to sell on Instagram.

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Social Media Today

AUGUST 7, 2022

The Oversight Board provides an alternative appeals process for Facebook and Instagram content decisions.

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Later

JUNE 24, 2020

Instagram is expanding its Instagram Shopping features to more types of businesses — including creators! The announcement came alongside a slew of other updates to Instagram Shopping , including the rollout of new “Commerce Eligibility Requirements.”

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agora pulse

JANUARY 3, 2017

Currently, no third-party tools can automatically post scheduled content to your Instagram profile. Truth is, it’s not the tools’ fault; Instagram doesn’t allow any tool the functionality to post directly to Instagram because of its limited API. Why can’t tools post directly to Instagram for me? What is an API?

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Hootsuite

APRIL 6, 2022

Using social media automation tools like chatbots to handle your Instagram messages is one of the best ways to successfully handle customer service and sales. Read on for the ultimate guide to using Instagram chatbots for your business. What is an Instagram chatbot? The business benefits of using Instagram chatbots.

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Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Businesses shouldn’t be shy about selling on Instagram anymore. Instagram is booming for brands right now. The Sprout Social Index 2021™, UK & Ireland report found 54% of UK consumers use Instagram. But selling on Instagram isn’t as simple as posting product photos and calling it a marketing day. It shouldn’t be.

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Social Media Today

OCTOBER 11, 2021

The new notifications aim to provide more transparency into account actions, and impacts on the service.

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Hootsuite

MAY 17, 2022

Sure, you do, because it’s the first step of every successful Instagram sales funnel… Plus, you’re reading this right now. Instagram can be your all-in-one sales funnel, as long as you set it up for success with a solid Instagram marketing strategy. Bonus: Get the Instagram advertising cheat sheet for 2022. Interest (e.g.

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Socialmedia.biz

JULY 9, 2018

In their 2013 Internal Audit Capabilities and Needs Survey Report , Protiviti, a management consulting company found that a staggering 73% of organizations don’t have a social media policy in place for their employees. What is a Social Media Policy?

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Hootsuite

MAY 12, 2020

At some point, many busy social media marketers may be tempted to try an Instagram automation tool. Much of the software that’s used to automate Instagram activity defies network guidelines. However, there are ethical and effective ways to incorporate Instagram automation software into your work. This can be a tricky.

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Webbiquity SMM

JUNE 21, 2022

Become a Brand Influencer on TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube. Brands can use platforms like TikTok , YouTube, and Instagram to become influencers by promoting their brand story in images, text, video posts, and even live streams. One way to do this is by doubling down on social media marketing.

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The Realtime Report

JULY 30, 2021

million posts on Instagram and #soberlife has over 1.7 Actor, comedian and writer, Russell Brand, is arguably one of the most visible sobriety influencers on Instagram with more than 2.4 In fact, during the pandemic, Instagram updated their moderation policy as part of an attempt to prevent the spread of misinformation.

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The Realtime Report

DECEMBER 16, 2013

Check out this week’s summary of all the latest social media news, including changes and new features for Facebook, Twitter and Instagram: Facebook. Instagram introduces Instagram Direct – last week Instagram introduced private photo-sharing, video-sharing and messaging (Techcrunch).

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Keyhole.co

MAY 11, 2023

Instagram has emerged as one of the most powerful social media platforms for businesses of all sizes. Instagram has become a go-to platform for brands looking to reach a wider audience, build their brand, and drive sales. But with so many businesses using Instagram, it can be tough to stand out and make your mark. Let’s dive in!

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Hootsuite

JANUARY 13, 2020

If your brand uses Instagram for business , you’re probably already aware that Instagram Stories is an effective way to engage with young users. In 2019, 500 million accounts used Instagram Stories every day and 67% of all Instagram users are ages 18 to 29. Not sure how Instagram Stories can build your brand?

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Webbiquity SMM

JANUARY 11, 2013

Instagram is a recent target with changes to its terms of service, essentially allowing the company to sell its users pictures to third party vendors without any permission whatsoever. After an intense user backlash and a decline in numbers, Instagram pledged to readjust its terms to tighten up privacy. .

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agora pulse

OCTOBER 11, 2018

There are a lot of Instagram influencers out there—and not all of them are mega-influencers charging tens of thousands of dollars per post. Posting to Instagram takes a focus on analytics , strategy planning, time management , and the help of third-party tools. Instagram is one of those platforms. It’s Not (Just) About Money.

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Sherrilynne Starkie

NOVEMBER 18, 2017

Hot the heels of having been compelled to answer questions from a Senate committee hearing on Russian interference in the US election, Twitter and Facebook have both introduced new ‘transparency’ policies, features and functions. Facebook announced it’s testing new ‘Trust Indicators’.

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Hootsuite

MAY 4, 2020

How do you imagine your life with Instagram automation? And let me tell you, making an Instagram bot work—let alone work well—is not hands-off, reliable, or fun. What is Instagram automation? What is Instagram automation? If automatic Instagram likes sounds a little too good to be true, that’s because it is.

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agora pulse

JANUARY 31, 2018

When I first started managing Instagram accounts for organizations, I did it all manually. I would have to schedule times in my calendar for Instagram posting. Now, I use an Instagram posting app to do most of the work ahead of time so that all I have to do when it is time to post is hit “Share.”. Scheduling and notifications.

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Sprout Social

JUNE 28, 2016

An Instagram contest is a great way to get more followers, build an engaged audience and grow your brand. So before you start a contest and give away a free TV, here are some tips on how to run an Instagram contest that delivers results. Before You Start Your Instagram Contest.

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Social Media Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2012

Instagram was all the rage, and I've even heard from a number of sources that it is now one of the definitive social networks for the teen and tween demographic. But with yesterday's announcement of pending changes in its Privacy Policy and Terms of Service , Instagram is quickly falling from grace. This was misstep #1.

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Sherrilynne Starkie

APRIL 5, 2018

One company needed to engage millennials for campaign success, but was struggling to build a following on Instagram. This limited how Instagram could be used. Companies often focus a lot of resources on three or four major channels: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn, because that’s what they know.

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agora pulse

JUNE 20, 2018

When you post questions on Instagram, you open up the door to more engagement, which leads to more people seeing your posts. One of the best reasons to use questions on Instagram? Most businesses treat Instagram like a photo journal, instead of an opportunity to engage with their followers. Ready to get started?

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Jon Loomer

JANUARY 2, 2022

If you’re an advertiser, it’s critically important that you know and comply with Facebook’s advertising policies. Read Facebook’s ad policies. Don’t imply endorsement made by Facebook or Instagram. Ignorance of these rules is negligence. Maybe temporarily, maybe forever. We don’t want that.

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Firebelly

DECEMBER 19, 2012

This week Instagram announced changes to its terms of service that will go into effect on January 16, 2013. Instagram says it now has the right to sell your photos. No, Instagram can’t sell your photos: what the new terms of service really mean. Thank you, and we’re listening [Instagram's response].

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The Realtime Report

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Write Your Policy. Having a policy that employees adhere too will help keep your business protected. Your policy should include which sort of applications can be loaded onto company computers, as well as the consequences that employees may face should they not abide by the policy. Tackle Social Media.

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Webbiquity SMM

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Note that if you get kicked off Facebook, you are probably not going to be able to use your Instagram account either. Quora Policies. Read more of Quora’s policies here. If you are dependent on these networks for your business, you could have a loss of income. And you will not be able to manage any Facebook pages.

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Sherrilynne Starkie

AUGUST 22, 2018

The take down included networks of Facebook and Instagram accounts designed to mislead others about who they are and what they are doing. As the Facebook and Instagram experiences improve for users, so too will their performances as a marketing and communications platforms. Instagram tests Recommended Post in Feed.

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Meltwater

DECEMBER 5, 2018

From GDPR to Cambridge Analytica, social networks have had to reevaluate their social data policies… Read More >>>. If there’s been one continuously hot topic for social in 2018, it’s been user privacy.

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