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How do you become a public figure on Instagram?

How to become a public figure on Instagram Toggle over to your profile. ... Tap the three stacked lines and select "Settings." ... Select "Account." ... Select "Public Figure" from the suggested dropdown menu. ... Scroll to the bottom and tap "Switch to Business Account." More items... •

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Be aware, however, that this "public figure" status is somewhat controversial since it doesn't require the checks that actual verification does, so it's not necessarily reliable to onlookers as a sign that someone is a real public figure in the traditional sense.

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On social media, verification can help signal to other users the difference between a fan account and a real public figure. The verification badge — the blue checkmark — on Instagram serves to confirm the account's authenticity and let followers know that it is in fact the real public figure that they want to follow. But, verification isn't the only way to gain "public figure" status on the platform. However, before you jump on board with the alternative method, be aware that it is somewhat questionable from a public-facing standpoint, since there are no checks in place to have the "public figure" nomenclature added to your account.

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1. Open Instagram on your iPhone or Android.

2. Toggle over to your profile.

3. Tap the three stacked lines and select "Settings."

Select "Settings." Devon Delfino/Business Insider

4. Select "Account."

Tap "Account." Devon Delfino/Business Insider

5. Scroll to the bottom and tap "Switch to Professional Account."

6. Tap "Creator" and then "Next."

7. Select "Public Figure" from the suggested dropdown menu.

Select "Public Figure." Devon Delfino/Business Insider

8. Slide toggle switch to the right if you want the "Public Figure" status displayed on your profile then press "Done." Alternatively, if you're already have a professional "Creator" account, you can also be a "Public Figure" using a business account.

1. Repeat steps one to four from above.

2. Scroll to the bottom and tap "Switch to Business Account."

Select "Switch to Business Account." Devon Delfino/Business Insider

3. Confirm your choice by hitting "Switch to Business" in the pop-up.

Confirm to "Switch to Business." Devon Delfino/Business Insider

4. Go back into your profile and select "Edit profile."

5. Under "Public Business Information" select "Category."

Select a category for your profile. Devon Delfino/Business Insider

6. Change your category to "Public Figure."

Change the category for your profile to "Public Figure." Devon Delfino/Business Insider

You should then see "Public Figure" listed under your name on your profile.

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