Choosing the right Instagram profile, whether it's Business, Creator, or Personal, can make a big difference in how you connect with your audience and manage your content. Each option offers unique tools and features tailored to specific needs, whether you’re a brand, an influencer, or just sharing your personal life.
In this article, we will explain what these types are and what features will be available to each profile type within Vista Social once connected. Let’s break down what each profile type offers to help you decide which one suits you best!
In this article, we will explain:
- The three types of Instagram profiles: Personal, Creator and Business
- Why we recommend using an Instagram Business account
- How to convert a Personal account to a Business account
- How to convert a Creator account to a Business account
In Vista Social, you have the option to connect your Business/ Creator Instagram profile or your Personal profile.
Types of Instagram Profiles
There are three types of Instagram profiles: Personal, Creator, and Business.
- Personal: This is the most basic type of Instagram account. It is designed for individuals who use the platform for personal use. With a personal account, you can share photos and videos, follow other users, and engage with content through likes, comments, and direct messages.
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Creator: This type of account is designed for individuals who create and share content on Instagram. It is similar to a personal account, but it includes additional features, such as insights into your audience and the ability to monetize your content. Instagram Creators can also give their business partners permission to turn their branded content posts and stories into ads. So, when a Creator collaborates with a business to create a branded content post or story, they can allow their business partner to boost that post as an ad.
- Business: This type of account is perfectly designed for businesses and brands that use Instagram to promote their products and services. It includes features that are not available on personal accounts, such as the ability to run ads, access to analytics, and the ability to add a call-to-action button to your profile.
Why we recommend Instagram Business and Creator:
Instagram Business and Creator profiles offer great features when used with a third-party tool like Vista Social. With these profiles, you can publish directly, plan content ahead of time, manage conversations through the inbox, and access detailed performance reports. On the other hand, Personal profiles can only schedule posts through notification reminders due to limitations with third-party tools.
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Note: Auto-publishing of stories is not available for creator profiles due to third-party limitations from Meta. You may use reminder publishing instead! |
How to convert a Personal account to a Business acciount
To convert a Personal account to a Business account, follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
- Tap the three lines in the top right corner and select Settings.
- Select Account types and tools.
- Select Switch to Professional Account.
- Choose the Business option.
- Follow the prompts to complete the setup process.
How to convert a Creator account to a Business account
To convert a Creator account to a Business account, follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
- Tap the three lines in the top right corner and select Settings.
- Select Account type and tools.
- Select Switch account type.
- Choose the Business option.
- Follow the prompts to complete the setup process.
For more information on converting Instagram accounts to business accounts, check out their article here.
Converting your account to a Business or Creator account is simple and straightforward, and it can help you take your Instagram marketing efforts to the next level! 🥳
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Related Reading:
Connecting your Instagram Business Profile to Vista Social
Instagram Publishing with Vista Social
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