Exploring Your Instagram Second Account: How Visibility Works

If you have more than one Instagram account, you might wonder how your followers on one account would see your second one. This article aims to clear up the confusion and guide you on how to make your second account visible to your existing followers.

Visibility of Your Second Account

For the most part, your followers on one Instagram account won't automatically see your second account unless you specifically share it with them. Instagram treats each account as a separate entity by default. However, there are ways to increase the visibility of your second account among your followers. Let's dive into the details.

Why Your Followers Might See Your Second Account

Here are a few scenarios where your followers might come across your second account:

If they have your phone number or followed your second account, Instagram might show it as a suggested account to follow based on your interaction.

Your followers could go through the list of accounts you follow or who follow you, and potentially find your second account.

The person checking your account might see your second account in the suggested accounts on their 'Suggested for You' page.

How to Make Your Second Account Visible

If you want your followers to see your second Instagram account, there are specific actions you can take:

1. Connect Both Accounts Together

By following the account on your main Instagram account, you increase the chances of your followers discovering your second account. This action signals to Instagram that these accounts are connected, which might help in showing your second account to your followers automatically.

2. Include Your Second Account Handle in Your Bio

Including your second account's handle in your bio is a straightforward way to direct your followers to your additional account. This action might prompt your current followers to check out the second account.

3. Utilize Cross-Posting and Collaborations

Using cross-posting features or collaborating with influencers and brands can also boost the visibility of your second account. Sharing content from your second account on your main account can create a cross-pollination effect and attract more followers.

Privacy Concerns

Your second Instagram account is public by default. However, you have the ability to make it private. If you choose to keep your account private, only your followers who request to follow your second account and you accept their request will be able to view your posts.

Another consideration is that while using the same device for both accounts, Instagram's data collection software might detect that both accounts are linked. Thankfully, the followers of one account cannot see the content of the other account on the same page. This feature ensures a degree of separation between your accounts, maintaining your privacy and control over the visibility of each account.

Conclusion

While your followers on one Instagram account might not know about your second account by default, there are techniques to increase its visibility. By connecting both accounts, adding the handle to your bio, and utilizing cross-posting, you can successfully attract more followers and grow both your accounts.