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<\/h1>\n<\/h1>\nInstagram<\/a> has evolved into a powerful marketing tool for businesses worldwide. Creating an Instagram Business Account allows you to tap into this expansive network and broaden your audience base. However, one hurdle many entrepreneurs face is requiring a phone number during the setup process. Here, we provide a comprehensive guide on\u00a0<\/span>how to set up an Instagram Business Account without a phone number<\/span><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n Firstly, it is essential to be aware of Instagram’s user policy. Instagram is designed to ensure the authenticity of its users, which is why it generally asks for a phone number. However, alternative methods exist to verify your account without divulging your phone number, which we will discuss further in this article.<\/span><\/p>\n Here’s a step-by-step guide to creating your Instagram Business Account:<\/span><\/p>\n 1. Download the Instagram App:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Instagram accounts must be created using the official Instagram app. It’s available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.<\/span><\/p>\n 2. Open the App and Click on ‘Sign Up’:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Once you have downloaded and opened the app, you will see a ‘Sign Up’ option. Click on this to begin creating your new account.<\/span><\/p>\n 3. Enter Your Mobile Number or Email Address:<\/span><\/strong> to protect your own personal mobile number, normally we will use the SMS Bus’ virtual mobile number instead.<\/span><\/p>\n Login sms-bus.com<\/a> and top up a bit balance.<\/p>\n then search “Instagram” on the left searching box, you can find there are many countries waiting for choosing. Choose the country you prefer, and add it to the cart, you will see a phone number on the right. Copy the number.<\/p>\n 4. Set Up Profile Information:<\/span><\/strong> Fill in the virtual mobile number, <\/span>Make sure to input your full name and desired username. Click to get the code, then go back to SMS BUS<\/a>, copy the code and paste it to the Instagram. (To know more about the registration, you can refer to the blog<\/a> for more detail information.)<\/span><\/p>\n 5. Create a Password:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Choose a solid and unique password to secure your account.<\/span><\/p>\n 6. Switch to a Professional Account:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0After setting up your Instagram account, navigate to your profile and select the ‘Settings’ icon. From there, choose ‘Account’ and then ‘Switch to Professional Account’.<\/span><\/p>\n 7. Select Business:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Instagram will then ask you to choose between a Creator and a Business account. Select ‘Business’ for commercial purposes.<\/span><\/p>\n 8. Connect to Facebook Page (optional):<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Instagram allows you to connect your Business Account to your Facebook Business Page. This step is optional and can be skipped if you need a Facebook Business Page or prefer not to link it.<\/span><\/p>\nUnderstanding Instagram’s User Policy<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Setting Up Your Instagram Business Account<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nSwitching to a Business Account<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n