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Gaining followers but not Reel views on my new Instagram account
I recently started a new Instagram account and have been successful in gaining followers (real ones) and getting interactions on my stories. However, I’m not getting any views on my Reels. I’ve tried remixing viral reels to increase views, but it hasn’t worked. Is low organic reach normal for a new account? What can I do to grow my account with such limited reach?
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It’s normal but there’s some things to watch out for. A few questions, not all of which need to apply but a few.
Does this reel have value? Meaning educational, funny, relatable, etc.
Is it something people would want to watch again to either catch something or just simply enjoy again? Reels count second views, meaning you get extra engagement if people watch your reel once more.
Is it related to your niche? Since you’re gaining followers I’d say you may have a decent niche but perhaps not all of your reels relate to that niche so the algorithm is not sure who to show your content to.
How is the lighting? Is your lense dirty? Are you too close to the camera? Did you use captions? Did you utilize SEO? These ones are small but make a big impact on whether the algorithm pushes your content.
I will explain any of this if need be because I know it’s a lot and not everyone knows a lot of this “jargon.”
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It’s typical for new Instagram accounts to experience slow growth and limited organic reach initially. Gaining views and growing your account organically can take time. Here are some steps to help you grow your Instagram account organically:
Make your account visually appealing. Adopt a theme or tone for your feed, choose an easily searchable username and name, and write an informative bio.
Engage with people and follow small accounts in your niche. Finding people in your niche is crucial, as they’re more likely to watch your content and follow you. If you’re struggling to find them, consider hiring a marketing agency like ascend viral, which specializes in helping users grow their accounts organically.
Post at least once daily, and make your posts interactive. Stay active, respond to DMs, and build relationships with others. Share stories, conduct polls, and host Q&A sessions.
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