Yes, Instagram has a new feature and it's called name tags. So what is it? How do you use Instagram's name tag feature?

If these are questions you have right now, this post seems to answer them. Let's start off with what is it. A name tag is like a special code that people can scan, in person ofcourse, to instantly go to your Instagram profile.

How To Create Your Tag

To create your own unique Instagram name tag simply:

1. Open your Instagram app on your phone.

2. Go to your profile.

3. Click on the Instagram name icon. The income should look like this:

4. You should now be in your name tag screen. Click on “ create your name tag” and choose one of the name tag options. Thats it. Now that you have your Instagram Name code, let's talk about 3 ways you can use your name code.

1. You can use it at Networking events.

Don’t have a business card? No worries. If you have a business account on Instagram you can create a name tag and use it at networking events. This makes it easy for persons to find your business profile which is good because these networking events are usually really loud, half the time you'll be struggling to hear the usernames over the noise and people just want to pitch their business and move on to the next person. A simple scan of a name tag and they can follow you.

2. Prints

A great way to use your Instagram name tags is on your print media. Whether it be your flyers, brochures, magazines etc don't miss an opportunity to get persons to follow your instagram profile.

3. Emails

Add your name tag to your emails! Think about the number of emails you send out daily Don't miss a chance to remind your customer to follow you on Instagram. Add your name tag to your signature section in your email with a call to action.

Hope you enjoyed this post. Do you think you will be using this feature? Comment below.