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Did you know that you can sign up for Instagram without using a phone or tablet? Creating an Instagram account on the web is now easier than ever. Once you open an account using your email address or Facebook login, you can even post photos and exchange messages just like in the Instagram mobile app. This How.com.vn article will walk you through creating an Instagram account on your PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Things You Should Know
- You can create an Instagram account in any web browser at https://www.instagram.com.
- When using Instagram on a computer, you can create photo and video posts, but not stories.
- If you have a Facebook account, you can use your Facebook login information to sign up for Instagram.
Steps
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Go to https://www.instagram.com in a web browser. You can use any web browser on your computer, such as Chrome, Safari, or Edge to access Instagram on your computer.- Many of Instagram's best features, like direct messaging and the ability to create photo and video posts, are now available in your web browser.
- While it's not possible to create a story using Instagram on your computer, you can still view other people's stories just as you would in the mobile app.
Click Sign up. It's the link on the right side of the page next to "Don't have an account?"Advertisement
Fill out the sign-up form. Enter your email address, full name, the username you'd like to use on Instagram, and a secure password to get started.- If you'd rather not use your email address, you could enter a phone number—but if you do, you'll need to confirm your phone number by verifying a code you receive via text.
- Alternatively, if you already have a Facebook account, you can skip filling out the form and choose to link your new Instagram account to Facebook—just click Log in with Facebook, enter your Facebook login details, and then click Log in.
Click the blue Sign Up button. It's at the bottom of the form. Your new Instagram account is now ready to use!
Customize your profile. Now that you've created an account, you'll want to personalize your profile before you explore.- Click the profile photo at the top-right and select Profile.
- Click the Edit Profile button at the top of your profile.
- To select a profile photo, click Change profile photo and upload a photo from your computer.
- You can also change the name that appears on your profile, add a link to your website, type a brief bio, and update your gender and contact information.
- When you're finished, click Submit at the bottom to save your new profile.
Community Q&A
- QuestionHow can I search for a friend on Instagram?
Community AnswerDo this on the mobile app, official website, BlueStacks or any Instagram web viewer. On the mobile app and BlueStacks, click the magnifying glass at the bottom of the screen and type in their name or Instagram handle. On the official site, there is a search bar at the top of the screen where you can type in their Instagram username or name. On most web viewers, you should be able to search for friends by locating a magnifying glass or search bar at the edges of the screen. - QuestionCan I upload pics from my PC to Instagram?Community AnswerYes, multiple third party sources are available, either as a website or application required to download. You can use BlueStacks (shown in the article) to upload just as you would on the mobile app.
- QuestionI downloaded the app, why can't I sign up?Community AnswerYou can't sign up on BlueStacks as Instagram will display an error about your internet proxy. You need to download the official app on your mobile device to sign up, but if you are unable to do that you can download the app InstaPic, available on Windows 8 computers and up. On some computers if you visit the Instagram website it will allow you to sign up there.
Tips
- If you'd rather use a desktop app, there's a lightweight Instagram app available to Windows users. This app looks and functions exactly like the web-based version of Instagram, except it runs in a window that's separate from your web browser. If you want to try out the app, visit https://apps.microsoft.com/store/detail/instagram/9NBLGGH5L9XT.Thanks
- Click the compass icon at the top of the screen to open the Search and Explore page, where you'll find posts and reels (short-form videos) that might interest you.Thanks
- To search for a user, hashtag, photo, or video, just type your search terms into the "Search" bar at the top of the screen.Thanks
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1. Go to https://www.instagram.com
2. Click Sign up.
3. Enter your account information.
4. Click Sign Up.
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