SEO settings and tips to grow your Instagram page and get more reach. Here’s a full setup:
✅ BASIC INSTAGRAM SEO SETTINGS
1. Optimize Your Username and Profile Name
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Username (@handle): Should be short, clear, and related to your niche.
(Example: @fitnessguru, @travelwithanna) -
Profile Name (Name Field): Use main keywords here!
Example:-
Username: @fitjourney
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Name: Weight Loss & Fitness Coach
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2. Optimize Bio
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Write a keyword-rich bio.
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Tell people exactly what you offer + add a CTA (Call to Action) like "DM me for tips" or "Follow for daily inspiration."
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Add a link (Linktree, personal website, or a product link).
3. Choose the Right Category
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Set your Account Category (like Personal Blog, Entrepreneur, Fitness Trainer) — it helps Instagram understand your niche.
4. Use Highlights Wisely
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Create Instagram Highlights and use keyword-rich titles (like "Workouts," "Recipes," "Travel Tips").
✅ POST LEVEL SEO SETTINGS
5. Caption Optimization
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Use primary keywords naturally in your captions.
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The first 2 lines are super important — make them catchy.
6. Alt Text for Images
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Instagram lets you manually set Alt Text when uploading a post.
(Go to Advanced Settings → Write Alt Text)
➔ Describe the photo using relevant keywords.
7. Hashtags Strategy
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Use 15-30 hashtags per post.
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Mix:
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Popular hashtags (1M+ posts)
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Medium hashtags (100K–1M posts)
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Niche-specific hashtags (<100K posts)
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8. Geotag Your Posts
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Always tag your location — it helps you show up in local search results.
9. Tag Relevant Accounts
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Tag brands, locations, or influencers (without spamming).
✅ OTHER INSTAGRAM SEO TIPS
10. Post Consistently
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Minimum 3-4 posts per week + 2-3 stories daily.
11. Create Reels
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Instagram is pushing Reels HARD.
Post 3-5 Reels a week for maximum organic reach.
12. Use Keywords in Reels and Story Captions
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Keywords help even on videos now.
13. Save and Share
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Encourage your followers to Save and Share your posts (this boosts your post’s ranking in Instagram’s algorithm).
14. Build Engagement
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Reply to every comment and DM.
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Start polls, questions, and quizzes in your Stories.
15. Collaborate with Others
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Do collaborations (Collab Posts) with creators in your niche for double exposure.