There are a few tagging rules to abide by before rushing to use the Tag feature on Instagram. We’ll talk about tags and limits to tagging users on Instagram. So, let’s begin by talking about Instagram tags.
What’s Tagging on Instagram?
Instagram tagging involves adding a clickable username, product, or location to a post. Instagram groups them into three categories.
User Tag
When you add a clickable Instagram profile to a post or a comment, Instagram calls its user tagging.
Location Tag
You can link a location to your post. Instagram categorizes such a link as a location tag. When you tag it to a post, your post will emerge among the search results when a user searches it.
Product Tag
You can link your products to an Instagram post. Instagram classifies such tags as product tags.
Instagram Tagging Restrictions
Instagram allows you to tag your friends on your posts, comments, or stories. It’s a tool that lets you engage with your friends or customers if you run a business account. However, a user can tag a maximum of 20 friends per post. Maxing tags on every post may put your Instagram account on the spam radar. It may reduce your engagement level or expose your account to a shadowban. Or the worst-case scenario, a permanent block. Use the tag feature every two to three days, and don’t max your tags, especially if your account is below 10k followers.
How To Add Tags on Instagram
User Tag
There are different ways to tag a friend on Instagram.
Method #1: On a New Instagram Post
Method #2: On an Existing Post
Method #3: On a Comment
Method #4: On an Instagram Story
Location Tag
Method #1: Linking Location Tag to a New Post
Method #2: Linking Location Tag to Existing Posts
It’s a Wrap
A tag is an effective tool you can use to increase your Instagram engagement levels. Be aware of your limits. You’re allowed to tag a maximum of 20 users per post. You can link a user, location, or product to your post. But remember, aimless tagging is a risk and may jeopardize your account. It brings exposure. But do it cautiously.
- Tap your username on the video or photo.
- Click “Remove Me From Post” or “Remove.” Tap “Yes I’m Sure” or “Remove” to confirm the action.
