Updating your contact information on Instagram is important for businesses and creators who want to ensure their followers can reach them easily. Here’s how you can update your contact info:
On Mobile App (iOS/Android)
- Open the Instagram App: Launch the Instagram app on your mobile device.
- Go to Your Profile: Tap on your profile picture icon in the bottom right corner to go to your profile page.
- Edit Profile: Tap on the “Edit Profile” button located below your bio and profile details.
- Contact Options:
- For Business Accounts: If you have a business or creator account, tap on “Contact Options” or “Contact.”
- For Personal Accounts: Contact options are generally not available; you might need to switch to a business or creator account if you want to add contact information.
- Update Contact Information:
- Phone Number: Add or update your phone number under “Phone.”
- Email Address: Add or update your email address under “Email.”
- Business Address: If applicable, add or update your business address under “Business Address.”
- Save Changes: Tap “Done” or the checkmark in the top right corner to save your updated contact information.
On Web (Desktop)
- Log in to Instagram: Open a web browser and go to Instagram.com. Log in to your account.
- Go to Your Profile: Click on your profile picture icon in the top right corner and select “Profile” from the dropdown menu.
- Edit Profile: Click on the “Edit Profile” button next to your username.
- Update Contact Information:
- Email Address: Update your email address in the “Email” field.
- Phone Number: You might need to use the mobile app to update your phone number.
- Business Address: If applicable, update your business address if you have a business account.
- Save Changes: Scroll down and click “Submit” or “Save” to apply your changes.
Switching to a Business or Creator Account
If you don’t see options for updating contact information and you want to add them, you may need to switch to a business or creator account:
- Open the Instagram App.
- Go to Your Profile.
- Tap on the Menu: Tap on the three horizontal lines (menu) in the top right corner.
- Go to Settings: Tap on “Settings.”
- Account: Tap on “Account.”
- Switch to Professional Account: Tap “Switch to Professional Account” and follow the prompts to choose a business or creator account.
Tips for Contact Information
- Accuracy: Ensure that your contact information is accurate and up-to-date so followers can reach you easily.
- Privacy: Be cautious about the type of contact information you provide, especially if your account is public.
- Visibility: For business accounts, make sure your contact information is easily visible to your followers.
By following these steps, you can update your contact information on Instagram, making it easier for others to get in touch with you.