Instagram Giveaways

How to run an Instagram giveaway that follows Instagram's rules, gets real engagement and ends with a fair winner.

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16 practical ways to get more Instagram followers, for any brand or business that wants to grow its audience.

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Pick a winner from your post's comments with the free Instagram Comment Picker (it needs a Business or Creator account). For a bigger campaign, run a Gleam Competition and import comments, mentions and hashtag posts on the Business Plan and above.

How Can I Create A Custom Location On Instagram For My Business?

Use the Facebook mobile app to create a new check-in location, then post from it so it appears on Instagram

How Do I Run A Giveaway On Instagram?

To run an Instagram giveaway, choose a relevant prize, define clear entry rules, and use a tracking tool to select a winner fairly. Expand this FAQ to follow a simple, compliant setup process.

What Are The Rules For Running A Giveaway On Instagram?

Instagram requires a release and a no-sponsorship acknowledgement from entrants, clear terms, and a stated winner-selection method.

How Do I Pick A Winner From Instagram Comments?

Use a random picker that reads your post's comments, like Gleam's free Instagram Comment Picker, and say in your rules how you'll pick and announce winners.

How Long Should An Instagram Giveaway Last?

Start with 7 to 14 days. That's long enough to promote across a few posts and short enough to keep urgency. Set the dates on your campaign's Setup tab.

How to Do An Instagram Giveaway to Gain Followers

Post the prize with clear entry steps, ask entrants to follow your account and use Gleam to collect entries and draw the winner.