In order to share an Etsy Listing on Instagram, you need to have a Business Instagram account.
Requirements for Linking Etsy Shop to Instagram
If you have an Etsy shop and an Instagram account, you may want to link the two together. Doing so can help you increase your sales and reach a wider audience. In this section, we will discuss the requirements for linking your Etsy shop to your Instagram account.
Business Instagram Account
The very first thing you need to do is make sure that you have a business account on Instagram. If you don’t have a business account, you will not be able to link your Etsy shop to your Instagram account. To create a business account, simply go to your profile settings and select “Switch to Business Account.” Once you have a business account, you will also need to make sure that it is linked to your Facebook page.
Ownership of Etsy Shop or Affiliate Status
To link your Etsy shop to your Instagram account, you must either own the shop or be an Etsy affiliate. If you do not own the shop, you will need to become an affiliate. To become an affiliate, simply sign up for the Etsy affiliate program and follow the instructions provided. Once you are an affiliate, you will be able to link your Etsy shop to your Instagram account.
Once you have a business account on Instagram and either own an Etsy shop or are an Etsy affiliate, you can link your Etsy shop to your Instagram account. However, it’s important to note that you cannot directly link your Etsy shop to your Instagram account. Instead, you will need to add an external link to your Etsy shop in your Instagram profile. To do this, go to your profile settings and select “Edit Profile.” From there, select “Links” and then “Add External Link.” Paste the link to your Etsy shop and give it a title, such as “View My Etsy Shop.” When people view your Instagram profile, they will be able to click on the link and be redirected to your Etsy shop.
Understanding Instagram’s Limitations
If you have an Instagram account and want to link your Etsy shop to it, there are some limitations you need to be aware of. Instagram only offers a limited number of websites that can be directly linked to your profile, such as WooCommerce and Shopify, but Etsy is not currently one of them. However, there is an indirect way to add a link to your Etsy shop on Instagram.
To start, make sure you have a business account on Instagram and that you own an Etsy shop or are an Etsy affiliate. Once you have the products and the link to your Etsy shop, you can add an external link to your Instagram profile by going to the “Edit Profile” option and selecting “Links.” From there, choose “Add External Links” and paste the link to your Etsy shop. You can then give the link a title, such as “View Etsy Shop,” so that people who view your profile can easily find your shop.
It’s important to note that when someone clicks on the link to your Etsy shop from your Instagram profile, they will be redirected to your shop on Etsy. You cannot directly link your Etsy shop to your Instagram account, but adding an external link is a great way to promote your shop and increase visibility.
In summary, while Instagram has limitations on which websites can be directly linked to your profile, there is still a way to add a link to your Etsy shop. By adding an external link and giving it a clear title, you can make it easy for people to find your shop and potentially increase sales.
Indirect Method of Linking Etsy to Instagram
If you have an Etsy shop and want to link it to your Instagram account, you may have noticed that Instagram only offers a limited number of websites to link to, such as WooCommerce and Shopify. However, there is an indirect way to add your Etsy shop to your Instagram account.
Copying Etsy Account Link
The first step is to copy the link of your Etsy account. Make sure you have the link of all the products that you’re doing affiliate marketing for.
Editing Instagram Profile
Next, you need to go to your Instagram profile page and tap on the “Edit Profile” option.
Adding External Link
Once you’re in the Edit Profile section, you’ll find the option called “Links”. Tap on the “Links” option and then select “Add External Links”. Instead of your own website link or anything else, you simply want to make sure to enter an external link.
Naming the Link
Once you’ve pasted your Etsy shop link, you can give it a title such as “View Etsy Shop” or anything you want. People who view your profile will be able to view both the names as well as the title, and when they click on that link, they’ll be redirected to your shop on Etsy.
By following these simple steps, you can link your Etsy shop to your Instagram account and make it easier for your followers to find and purchase your products.