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How to Tag Someone in an Instagram Post, Story, or Comment
- You can tag someone on Instagram in four main ways.
- Instagram lets you tag someone in a new post, an existing post, a comment, or a story.
- This story is part of Business Insider's Guide to Instagram.
Social media is supposed to be "social" and on Instagram, tagging is one of the tools you can use to make it a more collective experience.
When you tag someone on Instagram, it usually triggers a notification for the person you tag (the exception being when a private account tags someone who isn't following them.)
Here's everything you need to know to tag someone on Instagram.
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How to tag someone on InstagramThere are four ways to tag (or mention) people on the Instagram mobile app for iPhone or Android.
When you tag someone in a post, it will appear on their profile, in the "Photos and videos of you" section.
1. Open your Instagram app.
2. Create a new post by tapping the plus symbol, edit the photo then tap "Next."
3. After you've finished editing your photo, tap "Next" again.
4. Fill out your post as usual, but before you publish, tap "Tag People."
Press Tag People right below your caption. Devon Delfino/Business Insider5. Tap the photo where you want the tag to appear, then enter the name or username of that person and tap to select them.
6. Tap "Done" on your iPhone or click the checkmark on your Android.
7. Tap "Share" and publish your post.
How to tag someone in an existing Instagram post1. Open your Instagram app.
2. Toggle over to your profile and locate the post you want to tag someone in.
3. Tap the three dots above the photo or video and select "Edit."
Tap Edit to tag someone.
Devon Delfino/Business Insider 4. Tap "Tag People" and enter their name or username, then tap to select the proper user.
Tap Tag People on the bottom left of the post. Devon Delfino/Business Insider How to tag someone in a comment on InstagramTechnically speaking, you can't tag people in a comment. But you can mention their username and thereby get to the same result.
Here's how.
1. Tap the speech bubble icon under a post to make a comment.
2. Type out your message (if necessary) then type "@" and start entering the person's Instagram username.
Type out the username of the person you want to tag and click their name. Devon Delfino/Business Insider3. Tap the proper username to tag them in your comment.
How to tag someone in an Instagram story1. Tap the camera icon, located in the top-left side of your screen (or swipe right when viewing your feed).
2. Take a photo or video to create your story (or select one by tapping the thumbnail of your last photo in the bottom-left corner of the screen), then tap the "Aa" option in the top right corner.
3. Type "@" and then begin to enter their username and select the person you want to tag by tapping their username when it appears.
Type out the username of the person you want to tag and select them. Devon Delfino/Business InsiderTagging someone in your story will create a link to that person's Instagram profile.
The person you tag in your story will both get a push notification and a direct message within the app showing them a preview of your story – and be aware that you're limited to 10 of these tags per photo or video story.
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How and When to Tag People on Instagram
There is a very useful tool on Instagram - tagging. This simple feature allows you to tag people on Instagram in your post. They receive a notification and your post actually becomes a part of their profile. But for as beneficial as this feature is, some people either never use it (or don't know how to) or abuse it.
So to clear all that up, here are my best tips and advice for how and when to tag people on Instagram!
How to Tag People on Instagram
First of all, HOW to tag on Instagram.
It's actually very simple. During the upload process, just beneath where you've typed your caption, there is an option to Tag People. Simply tap this option and you'll be taken to a new screen where you can tap anywhere on the image to place a tag.
This allows you to pick a person, thing, product, or specific area of the image. Once you tap the location, a little tag will appear that says "Who's This?" and a search bar will appear.
Simply start typing the name or username of the person or Instagram account, select them from the list of drop down options and their name will be populated into the tag.
You can also tap and drag the tag around if you want to reposition it on the image. Or tap it once, an "X" will appear and you can delete the tag.
To back out of the tagging screen, tap the "X". To confirm the tags, tap the checkmark. You'll be returned to the upload screen where the name(s) of those tagged appears next to "Tag People". Continue your upload process and you're all done!
If you want to tag someone after you have already uploaded and shared your post, go to that post, and tap on the 3-dot button below the image. Select "Edit" from the pop-up menu and you'll notice the little black tag in the bottom corner of the image that says "Tag People" next to it.
Tap that tag and you'll be taken to the tagging screen as described above. Follow the same process of finding and selecting those users to be tagged in the image and tap the checkmark when complete. You'll be returned to the edit screen where you can make further edits, or tap the check mark to approve the changes and save the tagged names to your post.
Once you or another user has been tagged in a post, the tagged person will receive a notification that someone has tagged them in a post. You can view this notification in your regular Activity (notifications) feed. When you go the tagged person's profile, the little tag icon on the right of the four icon menu will be where the post is stored. You can see all images that you have been tagged in, or photos another user has been tagged in (by going to their profile), by clicking on this tag icon.
If you want to remove yourself from a tagged photo, check out this post (including other tricks on Instagram).
When to Tag People on Instagram
Now that we know how to tag people on Instagram.
let's talk about some of the ways you can use this feature to your benefit.
When Socializing At Someplace or With Someone on Instagram
If you are at a business location that uses Instagram, you can tag that business on your posts. Or if you're socializing with someone who is on Instagram, you can tag them in your post. These are great ways to share the connection. When connecting with a business, this is beneficial to ensure they see your post and how you enjoy their location.
Something to consider, if you are at a concert, conference, or popular event, consider tagging people rather than @ mentioning them in the post (or do both). Because Instagram only provides a limited number of notifications on your activity feed, it's easy for @ mentions to get lost in the clutter. Tagging someone ensures they see the notification and the image in which you tagged them.
Tag the Company of the Product of Service in Your Post
If you want to reach out to your favorite brands, tag them in your posts that showcase their products or services.
For example, if you just bought a new pair of designer shoes, tag the designer in the post of you wearing your awesome new shoes. If you attended a webinar with an industry expert host, tag the host in the image showing you watching the webinar.
While not everyone or every brand will respond, it is a good way to get on their radar. And if you get a response or shout out or regram from them, think of the additional reach and exposure that gives you!
Tag Your Business Partners or Affiliates
If you have others that you collaborate with in your business, tag them in your content on Instagram. If you are working on a project together, tag them in your post. If you have a post that showcases your products or services together, tag the other business in the post.
Be sure to share the love and promote the other companies and brands you associate with.
Contest Winners
If you run contests for your business, you can tag the winners in the post announcing the winners.
Shout Outs
If you want to give shout outs to customers, fans, or associates who deserve a little extra kudos, feel free to tag them in your related post.
Testimonials
If someone has given you a testimonial or recognition for a job well done, you can post that message or a thank you to them and tag them to be sure they see the notification.
Regramming
If you are regramming someone's content onto your Instagram account, tag the original user in the image so that they know you shared their content with your audience.
Answering Questions
If certain Instagram followers have asked you questions or were looking for something specific, you can tag them in the image where you post the answer, resource, or solution.
When to Avoid Tagging People on Instagram
Let's face it, there are plenty of times or reasons you can, and should, tag people on Instagram. Unfortunately, there are a lot of people who take advantage of this tool and come across looking spammy.
We don't want that!
Don't tag people in all your motivational posts. First of all, there's just no need. Unless you think it's relevant to them that day or at that time in their life. Doing this occasionally can work, but don't make this a habit.
Don't tag the same people all the time. If you're always tagging the same 10 people in every post, it looks desperate. Stop.
Don't tag people just to try and get more engagement on your posts. If they're following you, they want to see your content and will engage accordingly. If they aren't following you, there's probably a reason - so tagging them repeatedly isn't going to help that point.
Using the tag feature on Instagram can have a lot of benefits for both you as a user and you as business. Use this tool effectively to reach more targeted audiences, increase engagement, and forge relationships with your audience! Just don't overdo it and look spammy 😉
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How to tag people in your Instagram posts?
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There are two ways to tag a person in your Instagram post.
You can only tag people in your own posts.
How do I tag people before posting?
To tag a person before sharing a Reels photo, video, or carousel:
Instagram app for Android
Tap Tag people before posting.
Click on the person in the photo.
Enter the person's name or username, and then select it from the menu.
Click the icon in the upper right corner of the screen.
Instagram App for iPhone
Before posting, tap Tag people.
Click on the person in the photo.
Enter the person's name or username, and then select it from the menu.
Click Done in the upper right corner of the screen.
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How do I tag people after posting?
To tag people in a photo or video you've already shared:
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Click the or icon on your profile picture in the lower right corner of the screen to go to your profile.
Go to the publication, and then click the icon in the upper right corner of the screen.
Select Edit.
Select Tag people and click on a person in the post.
Enter the person's name or username, and then select it from the menu.
Tap in the upper right corner of the screen and then again to confirm the action.
Instagram app for iPhone
Click the or icon on your profile picture in the lower right corner of the screen to go to your profile.
Go to the publication, and then click the icon in the upper right corner of the screen.
Select Edit.
Select Tag people and click on a person in the post.
Enter the person's name or username, and then select it from the menu.
Click Done in the upper right corner of the screen and confirm the action.
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If you're tagging an author or business account, you can also specify a category for their profile. To do this, click Mark a category under the profile name.
If you can't tag a person, they may have disabled it in their privacy settings.
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How to tag a person on Instagram in a photo and video in a post at the time of publication
How to tag a friend on an already published photo / video?
Where can I see photos or videos on Instagram that you've been tagged in (and make sure that SPAMERS never appear in your account)?
How to delete a tagged photo/video of you on Instagram?
How to tag a person in someone else's photo/video on Instagram?
How to tag a person on Instagram in a photo and video in a post at the time of publication
Tag both a photo and a video - the process is the same.
In the screenshots below - a mark on the photo, but for the video everything is the same.
- Press + to make a new post.
- Select a photo or video from the gallery or take a new one. Click "Next" at the top right.
- Edit or apply filters as needed. "Next" again.
- Click Tag People.
- Touch a photo anywhere. Start typing the account name of the person you want to tag.
- Select the required account from the list. Do you want the same blue tick on Instagram? Available for large accounts.
- If the desired account does not appear, click "Search ...".
- The mark can be moved with your finger to any place on the photo/video. Then click the checkmark at the top.
- Further - as usual, you can add text and hashtags, geolocation, share on other social networks. Then click "Share" and the tagged post will appear in your account. At the bottom there will be an icon with a little man, which means that another account is tagged in the photo or video in the post.
Click on a post and it will show up. You can also click on it and go to the marked account.
How do I tag a friend on an already shared photo/video?
Select the photo/video where you want to tag a friend. Click the three dots in the top right corner. Choose Edit (iPhone) or Edit (Android).
Click Mark. Tap the photo and start typing your Instagram account name. Select the one you need from the list or click "Search". You can mark multiple accounts. You need to click on the photo again and repeat the same thing.
Tap the checkmark in the top right corner (Android) twice or Done (iPhone).
Where can I see the Instagram photos or videos you've been tagged in?
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Every account has a tab with photos you've been tagged in
. Go there, click on each photo and see who tagged you.
By default, when someone has tagged you, photos are automatically included in this section .
