How to make money on Instagram

 You've probably heard stories about Instagrammers making money off the photos they take and share on a daily basis. You could have even thought to yourself, “Maybe I can do it full time too,” as you looked at your own huge following. 

Instagrammers, like bloggers, YouTubers, and anyone who has built a following around their work, understand reach and influence—two things that many businesses struggle with.

To make money on Instagram, how many followers do you need? 

If you're wondering how many Instagram followers you'll need to start making money, the quick answer is "not as many as you think." 

The long answer is dependent on a variety of circumstances, including: 

What niche you're in and how easy you can link it to a product category common niches include fashion, food, beauty, and fitness).

It goes without saying that the more engaged followers you have, the better. Check out our Instagram techniques for gaining more followers. 

While top Instagrammers earn thousands of dollars per post, even individuals with a 1,000-follower following have the opportunity to start earning money.