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Are you looking to download Instagram for PC? This article will guide you on how you can use Instagram on your Windows PC in a few simple steps.
Instagram one of the world’s most leading social networking App is now available for download on pc (Instagram web).
Download the most recent version of Instagram for your Windows powered PC, Laptop, Notebook, Tablet. Offline setup file is provided when ever available in download section. Supported Devices: Microsoft Surface, Samsung, HP, Dell, Lenovo, Acer, Toshiba, Nokia Tablet and many others running windows 10, 8/8.1 or 7.
If you are on social media then the chances are high about your visit to this app at least once in your life.
This app is loved by millions with over 700 million active users around the world. People use this app because of its simplicity and ease of use. Many leading business corporations or even startups use this platform to showcase their services and products.
It has also been called as the second home for new models as they post their beautiful pictures here and get viral. There are tons of example out there such as Doctor Mike who got viral on Instagram and claimed the title of Hottest Doctor on the planet. It is considered as the most used social networking app just after Facebook and WhatsApp.
In 2012 Instagram was sold to Facebook for $1Billion and it has been installed 1 billion times on Google Play store alone as well.
By this, you can easily judge its popularity. Now all of you must be using this amazing app on your smartphones which can be difficult sometimes in the office. So in this article, we are providing you with the best ways to download Instagram for PC and how to use it.
How to Download Instagram For PC?
There are basically two ways to use Instagram on a windows pc or laptop. The first and most basic way to use Instagram is by using its official website or downloading an Instagram app for Windows PC.
If you are not interested in these ways then you have an option of using third party software or android emulator called Bluestacks.
Using the Instagram website (Instagram web).
In this method, you can use Instagram on PC without having to download the app.
First: Type https://www.instagram.com/ on your favorite search engine and press enter.
Second: Then you will be automatically addressed to the official website of Instagram where you can log in with your account and start using Instagram.
Cons: This method will not allow you to post on Instagram.
Using Instagram APP
- Download Instagram For PC app. Open Start by clicking the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner of the screen, then do the following:
- Type in store
- Click Microsoft Store
- Click the “Search” text box.
- Type in Instagram
- Click Instagram in the drop-down menu.
- Click Get
After downloading the PC app of Instagram you will be easily able to use it on your pc.
Cons: This app still has several bugs and does not work properly.
Instagram For PC Using BlueStacks
BlueStack is an android emulator which can be used to access all your favorite apps on pc.
- Just Open the BlueStacks website. Go to https://www.bluestacks.com/ in your web browser. This will open the site from which you can download the BlueStacks player.
- Click Download BLUESTACKS. It’s a green button in the middle of the page.
- Then Install BlueStacks. To do so, double-click the BlueStacks EXE file, then do the following:
- Click Yes and then
- Click Install now and
- Wait for BlueStacks to install.
- Once the software is installed you can search it on the taskbar.
- Open the BlueStacks Download and install Instagram in order to use it.
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Conclusion-
So these were some methods of using Instagram on your Windows PC. You can either Download Instagram for PC or directly use it online in your browser using the tips provided.
If you have any better option let us know in the comment section below.
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As a marketer you can’t ignore Instagram in certain types of niches. Some people have built their entire careers or businesses of off their following. I have always ignored this medium because before there was no way to post to Instagram from your PC. You had to send your picture to your phone and then upload. This was very time-consuming. But times have changed and there is now an easy to way to download Instagram for PC and post directly from your desktop. This makes it much more convenient for social media managers and blog owners. I also have a solution below for MACs.
For example, chanelofficial is an online fashion brand and their Instagram account has over 9m followers. And they get crazy engagement on each post!
Another good example, and a project I personally worked on is Knee Deep Denim, a small clothing company run by RaeAnn out of Tempe, AZ. I built the website. But she has built her entire following and customer base off of Instagram. Not much organic traffic, all the sales come directly from Instagram. That’s right, Instagram does convert to sales! I have seen it first hand in Google Analytics and the backend of WooCommerce. You would be surprised how many people click into the small URL in the Instagram bio.
How to Download Instagram for PC
Follow the steps below on how to download Instagram for PC.
Step 1
The first thing you will need to do is download BlueStacks and install it on your computer. BlueStacks is basically an Android emulator. So it mimics a phone on your computer, that is how it is able to get passed Instagram’s TOS. (Note: BlueStacks is quite large, over 250MB)
Step 2
Click “Next” on the first agreement screen.
Step 3
Choose where you want your program data to be stored. I chose the default option for mine and click “Next.”
Step 4
Leave both the “App store access” and “Application Communications” selected as you will need this for Instagram to work. And click “Install.”
Step 5
Click on the “Android” tab, search for “Instagram” and click on the “Instagram” icon.
Step 6
Under One time setup click on “Continue.”
Step 7
Next click on “Existing” to add your Google account and then sign in. If you don’t have a Gmail account you can create a new one. This step is required because it is emulating an android app from the Google app store.
Step 8
You can uncheck the next two options since you won’t need them for Instagram to work. Then click on the next arrow.
Step 9
Next click “Continue” on the setup BlueStacks account part.
Step 10
You can then simply use your existing Gmail address for your BlueStacks account and click “OK.”
Step 11
Then click “Continue” on the enable app sync part.
Step 12
Then click on “Install” to install the Instagram application. And click on “Open.”
Step 13
Then login to Instagram with your Instagram credentials.
Step 14
And you now are in Instagram on your PC or Mac!
Upload Photo to Instagram from PC or Mac
The only other part you really need to know is how to upload a photo directly from your PC or Mac. Follow the steps below.
Step 1
Click on the camera icon in the Instagram app.
Step 2
Then in the top right-hand corner click on “Gallery” and then on “Other.”
Step 3
Then click on “Pick From Windows.” This will vary slightly on a Mac.
You can then pick from your computer’s local folders.
Step 4
You can apply filters just like on your phone.
Step 5
And then share to Instagram.
And that’s it! You can now go crazy on Instagram.
How to Download Instagram for MAC
You can now download Instagram for MAC. Flume brings the world of Instagram to your desktop with gorgeous edge-to-edge photography, direct messaging, upload support and much more. You can upload photos and videos direct to Instagram, with support for original or square formats, tagged locations and captions.
Other Alternatives
Since writing this post there are some other alternatives you might want to check out if you have any issues with above software:
- push.photo (great premium option! web-based, no download required)
- Plany (another premium option, web-based)
If this tutorial on how to download Instagram for PC and MAC was helpful, let me know below in the comments.
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