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    Is it good to link your Instagram to Facebook?
    Kasey Dunn
    Kasey Dunn
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    Kasey Dunn is a Social Media Expert and the Senior Social Media Manager for Golden Arrow PR in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. With over five years of experience, she specializes in business development, marketing, and brand design. She earned her BA in Business Administration and Management from Mount St. Joseph University. She also holds a SEMRUSH for Digital Agencies Certification, an SEO for Social Media Certification, and a Social Media Marketing Strategy: TikTok and Instagram Reels Certification.
    Kasey Dunn
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    Yeah, I think it's important to always connect Instagram to one other social media profile. Choosing Facebook is a good idea, because then you're able to post on either one and it saves you a lot of time.
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    Can I set up my Instagram account using someone else's mobile phone that already has the app installed?
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    Yes, you can set up your Instagram account using someone else's phone, but ensure they have logged out of their accounts first. Alternatively, you can set up your account through a web browser like Safari.
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    Can I have two separate Instagram accounts?
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    Yes. You will just need to log out of one to log into or create the other.
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    How do I follow someone on Instagram?
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    Go to the person's account and click the 'Follow' button. Once you do, their posts will appear in your feed.
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    How do I transfer my Instagram account from my iPhone to my new iPad?
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    Simply log in to your Instagram account on your new iPad. You can use the account across multiple devices simultaneously.
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    How can I set up a new Instagram account after deleting my old one?
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    You cannot restore a deleted Instagram account, but you can create a new one using the same email. However, you may not be able to use the same username.
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    Why is only one profile picture visible on my Instagram homepage when I follow multiple people?
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    Profile pictures appear on your homepage only when someone you're following has posted a story.
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    Can I use an alias on Instagram?
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    Yes, you can use an alias on Instagram as long as it hasn't already been taken. Choose a name that reflects your privacy preferences, such as a completely unrelated name or a playful username.
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