How to Get More Likes on Instagram Pictures

So, you’ve just created an account on Instagram, and you’re excited about sharing some amazing photos? But at the same time, you are curious about how many likes you’ll get, and how many people will follow you, right? Oh, who doesn’t love the sight of that ‘like’ popping up on your phone screen every time you check your phone. So, we decided to reveal the secret into fetching more likes on your favorite pictures.
#1 Follow Your Friends

Obvious enough, but still an ignored one. Follow your friends on Instagram, and they will surely follow you back and like your pictures. Moreover, they will see all your recent posts. Like and comment on other people’s pictures. This will make them like back or comment on your photos too.

#2 Connect with Facebook

By linking your Instagram account with Facebook, you can gain followers and likes from Facebook too. Doing this will help you post pictures on Facebook automatically through Instagram. This has been possible since the time Facebook bought it for about $1 billion. One of its secret is that, it allows you to ‘follow all’ your friends in a matter of seconds.

#3 Post Relevant and Awesome Pics

Posting the same kind of photos with the same themes can get a bit boring after a while. Experiment with the themes. Change your angles and subjects. For example, if you love traveling, post some pictures of the place and authentic cuisines that you come across, or if you are a fashion designer, then give a sneak-peek into the fashion industry. Ensure that the lighting is good. The best kind of lighting is natural sunlight. This will ensure good quality to your photos. Also, avoid posting too many pictures at once.

#4 Tell Your Story with Captions

So you’ve clicked a killer picture, and are ready to post it? Wait, don’t post it yet! Captions are a very important part of your photo. It should tell the story and context behind your photo. As they say, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” Let your photos speak for you. You don’t want people to keep guessing and get bored of it eventually, do you? An amazing photo along with a great caption is always the best and recommended combination. This will keep your friends interested, and leave them wanting more.

#5 Hashtag It!

The most important of all – hashtags! Hashtags are an ultimate way to get more eyes and likes on your photos. Every time you add a pict
ure, make sure that you add hashtags, so that you get more likes. Using them will also help your photos reach out to the people other than your own followers. However, don’t go overboard with it. We’re sure you don’t want to sound too desperate for likes, do you? Those of you who don’t like putting hashtags can post a picture without them, provided your content is awesome and unique, and will capture other people’s attention.

Target your hashtags in line with your picture. The most popular hashtag these days is #nofilter. You’re 10% more likely to receive likes. Avoid using #drunk. Studies show that it can decrease your likes by 40%. Also, don’t forget to add #selfie and #me along with others if posting a selfie.

You can also use geotagging here, i.e., tagging a geographical location, with New York being the most geotagged city in the world. You can tag all the local places, restaurants, events, landmarks, etc. It is sure to attract more likes and followers.

#6 Filter ’em!

Using the right kind of filters for your photos will get you more likes and followers, and for that, your pics will have to be visually appealing. This amazing app already includes 20 filters that you will see while uploading your photographs.

Choose the right filter and watch more likes pop up on your screen. Don’t be afraid to experiment here. However, if you are confused, don’t put any filter, because no filter is the best filter. Also, don’t over-edit them.

#7 Take More Selfies

Did you know that selfies rule the Instagram world? Studies show that the photos that show faces are 38% more likely to get likes as compared with the ones with no faces. Know your angles and find out which angle makes your features stand out the most. However, limit yourself and don’t go overboard with it. Posting 1 – 2 photos daily is okay.

#8 Time Your Posts

Yes, timing is everything here. Let’s say, you post a beautiful photo in the middle of the night. How many people will actually be awake to see it? It is unlikely that you will get as many likes as it deserves. According to studies, the two most popular times at which people check Instagram are mornings and evenings. A photo stays active for around 3 – 4 hours after it has been posted.

#9 Make Collages

Combining 2 – 4 pictures together will encourage more likes. A collage is attractive and fun. There’s lots of scope for creativity in it. You can also take the help of other apps for editing your images. Also, it can tell a story in just one picture, rather than posting 3 – 4 images for the same.