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Instagram Comment Picker

Want to run quick and fair Instagram comment contests that boost engagement and grow your audience? This Gleam template is powered by our Instagram Comment Picker, designed to help you instantly draw winners from any Instagram post using our trusted Quick Draw tool.

Instagram comment giveaways are one of the most effective and cost-efficient ways to activate your followers. You can ask participants to tag friends, answer a question, vote in the comments, or share a story — and Gleam will take care of the random draw.

With Gleam, you can:

  • Instantly import comments from your Instagram post
  • Filter based on hashtags or duplicate entries
  • Select a random winner fairly and transparently
  • Record the draw and share it on social media for added credibility

The interface is public-facing, so you can showcase your draw to your audience — building trust and proving that the selection process is fair. Whether you're promoting a new product, running regular Instagram giveaways, or engaging your community, this comment picker is built to scale with you.

Create unlimited Quick Draw campaigns with any Gleam Competitions plan — it's fast, easy, and ideal for brands, creators, and anyone looking to build more momentum on Instagram.

Trick

Use our Instagram Comment Picker Tool to select a random winner instantly from your Instagram post and boost trust by recording the public draw.

Template Features

  • Quick Draw interface to select a random winner from Instagram comments
  • Import any public Instagram post and instantly pull all comments
  • Apply filters like “only one entry per user” or exclude duplicates
  • Public-facing randomizer to enhance giveaway transparency
  • Supports single or multiple random winner selections
  • No installation required — runs directly from your Gleam dashboard

Benefits

  • Run compliant, trustworthy Instagram giveaways with visible results
  • Quickly pick a random winner from user replies or tags
  • Build engagement on your Facebook page, Instagram, or even YouTube
  • Reuse your draws in follow-ups or giveaway recap posts
  • Save time with no manual comment tracking or screenshotting
  • Ideal for giveaways on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook

Who Should Use It

This template is ideal for:

  • Influencers running fast-turnaround contests with high comment volume
  • Brands looking for a free Instagram tool to reward fans and followers
  • Small businesses choosing a winner from promotional posts
  • Social media managers managing UGC or comment reply activations
  • Anyone who wants to use a comment picker free of bias or risk

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to Win A Comment Giveaway On Instagram?

To win a comment giveaway on Instagram, follow all entry rules carefully, comment early, tag friends if required, and engage with the post.

What Rules Should I Follow When Running An Instagram Giveaway?

Follow Instagram's guidelines: disclose that it’s not affiliated with Instagram, include clear terms, and comply with local laws.

How to Do An Instagram Giveaway?

To run an Instagram giveaway, define a clear prize, set simple entry rules, promote widely, and use a tool like Gleam to manage entries and choose a winner fairly.

How to Pick A Giveaway Winner Fairly On Instagram

Use a third-party Instagram giveaway picker like Gleam to ensure random, unbiased selection and full compliance with Instagram’s promotion rules.

How Do Instagram Giveaways Work?

Instagram giveaways work by offering a prize in exchange for users completing simple actions like following, liking, or commenting.


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How to Set Up This Instagram Comment Picker Template

  1. Connect Your Instagram Account
    Log in to Gleam and securely connect your Instagram account. This step is required so that Gleam can access your eligible Instagram post comments for entry importing
    Open Comment Picker Tool

  2. Select an Instagram Post With Comments
    Choose the Instagram post you want to run the giveaway on. You can select any eligible post with public comments (up to 200 comments for free)

  3. Apply Hashtag Filters (Optional)
    Use the filter tool to select a random comment that includes specific hashtags. For example, ask users to comment with #MyBrandStory or #GiveawayEntry to help you filter genuine submissions or ensure they meet entry criteria. This is ideal for user-generated content prompts or campaigns where you want fans to tag themselves creatively

  4. Choose the Number of Winners
    Enter the number of winners you want to select. You can draw one or multiple names using our random comment picker for giveaways, polls, or comment-based voting campaigns

  5. Contact the Winner and Announce It
    Once you've picked a winner, contact them directly via Instagram DM or by tagging them in a comment or follow-up Instagram post. Make sure to follow Instagram’s promotion guidelines and note the authorised account holder of the comment

  6. Promote the Draw on Other Channels
    Leverage the giveaway excitement by sharing the draw result in your Instagram stories, reposting the video, or turning it into a YouTube video. Share your process across your social media platforms to build trust and promote future Instagram giveaways

  7. Take Advantage of the Free Tier
    Gleam’s Instagram comment picker is completely free for posts with up to 200 comments, making it perfect for smaller creators and brands who are just getting started with giveaways

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Instagram Comment Picker

Want to run quick and fair Instagram comment contests that boost engagement and grow your audience? This Gleam template is powered by our Instagram Comment Picker, designed to help you instantly draw winners from any Instagram post using our trusted Quick Draw tool.

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