How to Create and Manage Multiple Instagram Accounts

Do you juggle multiple Instagram accounts? If so, you know how annoying it can be to keep track of them all. And if you’re using the same email address for all your accounts, constantly logging in and out just to switch between them can be a real hassle.

But what if I told you there’s a simple Instagram trick that lets you manage multiple accounts with just one email?

It’s true! With a little setup, you can easily add and manage several Instagram accounts using a single email address. Follow this guide to learn how to handle multiple Instagram accounts effortlessly—and avoid accidentally posting to the wrong one.

Can I have multiple Instagram accounts?

Yes, you can have multiple Instagram accounts! You can now add up to five accounts and switch between them quickly without needing to log out and back in.

This handy feature is available in version 7.15 and above for both iOS and Android, and it works on any Instagram app using that software.

If you're using a later version or need to manage more than five accounts at once, an anti-detect browser like DICloak can help. It allows you to handle even more Instagram accounts and lets you share the management duties with your team.

How to create a second Instagram account?

You can create a new Instagram account using the IG app. It’s pretty quick and easy.

Here’s how to create a second Instagram account:  

1. Go to your profile page on Instagram.
2. Tap the three horizontal lines in the upper-right corner.
3. Go to Settings and Privacy.
4. Scroll to the bottom and tap Add Account.
5. Tap Create New Account.
6. Choose a new username for your account.
7. Then, pick a password.
8. Tap Complete Sign-up

And that’s it! You’ve got your new Instagram account ready to go.

Once your accounts are set up, tap Add Account and then Log in to Existing Account. From there, you can enter the login information for the account you want to add.

How to switch between accounts on Instagram?

Now that you know how to create a new Instagram account, you might be wondering how to switch between them. Here’s how:

1. Go to your profile page and tap your username in the top left.
2. A pop-up window will appear showing all the accounts you’re logged into.
3. Choose the account you want to use, and it will open.
4. You can now post, comment, like, and engage on this account.
5. When you’re ready to switch to another account, just tap your username again and select a different account.

How to manage multiple Instagram accounts on mobile?

Once you’ve set up more than one Instagram account, you’ll want to manage them all efficiently. Here’s how to do it from your phone.

Manage multiple Instagram accounts using the Instagram native tool

If you're looking to start a branded Instagram account for your side hustle, alongside your account, and want to switch easily between the two, the Instagram app itself might be all you need.

How to post on multiple accounts on the Instagram app

With your new Instagram accounts set up, you can now post to any of them directly from the app. Just select the account you want to use from the drop-down menu in your profile and start posting as usual.

To make sure you're using the right account, always check the profile photo. Since the profile photo can be quite small in some views, choose distinct photos for each account to avoid any mix-ups.

Manage multiple Instagram accounts using Hootsuite

Using a social media management platform like Hootsuite, you can easily manage all your social media accounts, including multiple Instagram accounts, from your computer. Hootsuite also offers advanced features like bulk scheduling and detailed analytics to make your social media management even easier.

Adding multiple Instagram accounts to Hootsuite on mobile

To use multiple Instagram accounts in Hootsuite, you first need to add them to your dashboard. Here’s how to set them up using the Hootsuite mobile app:

1. Log in to your Hootsuite dashboard.
2. Tap your profile photo in the top left corner, then select Social Accounts.
3. Tap the + button in the top right corner to add a new social account and choose Instagram.
4. Decide whether to connect an Instagram business account or a personal account: For a business account, you’ll need to log in through Facebook. For a personal account, you’ll be directed to the Instagram app to log in.
5. Repeat these steps for each Instagram account you want to add to Hootsuite.

And that’s it! Now you can manage all your Instagram accounts from one place.

How to switch between Instagram accounts on Hootsuite mobile

To view your Instagram accounts at a glance and switch between them easily, you can add your posts for each account as a stream in the Hootsuite dashboard. Here’s how:

1. Click Streams.
2. Then, click Manage boards and streams.
3. From there, add or remove streams as needed.
4. Repeat these steps for each of your Instagram accounts.

How to post on multiple Instagram accounts using Hootsuite mobile

You can use Hootsuite to post to any of the Instagram accounts you've added to your Hootsuite dashboard. Here’s how to get started:

1. In the Hootsuite dashboard, click Compose.
2. Select the Instagram account you want to publish from. You can select multiple accounts if you want to publish the same post to more than one account.
3. Add your photo and text.
4. Choose Post Now, Auto Schedule, or Custom Schedule.

If you choose Post Now, the post will be published directly to your Instagram account. If you choose Auto Schedule, it will post at the most optimized time. Custom Schedule lets you pick the exact date and time to post.

To switch to a different Instagram account, just go back to step 1 and select a different account.

And that's it! Managing multiple Instagram accounts with Hootsuite is that simple.

How push notifications work with multiple Instagram accounts

If you have push notifications turned on for several Instagram accounts, you'll get notifications for all of them on your mobile device. Each notification will show the relevant account name in brackets before the message.

Tapping a notification will take you directly to that Instagram account, no matter which one you last used.

If you're using Instagram and a notification comes in from another account, you'll see it at the top of your screen. Managing multiple accounts on one device can be overwhelming with all the notifications, but you can adjust the push notifications for each account separately.

Here’s how to change your notification settings on Instagram:

1. From the account you want to adjust notifications for, tap the hamburger icon (three horizontal lines) in the top right, then tap Settings.
2. Tap Notifications.
3. Choose which actions you want notifications for on this account. You can also choose to pause notifications for up to 8 hours.
4. Repeat these steps for each account to customize the push notifications for each of your Instagram accounts.
5. This way, you can control which notifications you receive and keep things manageable!

How to delete multiple Instagram accounts

At some point, you might want to remove one of your Instagram accounts from the app. Maybe you need to make room for a new one, or you’re no longer working on a particular account and want to avoid posting to it accidentally.

Here’s how to remove an Instagram account on your phone:

1. Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
2. Tap the hamburger icon (three horizontal lines) and then Settings.
3. If you’re on an Android phone, choose Multi-account login. Apple users should choose Login info.
4. Select the account you want to remove, then tap Remove in the pop-up box.
5. But wait, you’re not done yet! This just removes the account from the Multi-Account Login. To fully remove it from the app, follow these steps:
6. Go back to your profile and switch to the account you want to remove.
7. Tap the hamburger icon again and go to Settings.
8. Tap Log Out [username], then confirm by tapping Log Out in the pop-up box.
9. And that’s it! The account is now fully removed from your Instagram app.
10. When you go back to your profile and tap on your username, you’ll see that the removed account is no longer included in the drop-down menu.
11. Repeat these steps for each account you want to delete from the app.
12. Note: Removing your account from the app does not delete the account itself. If you want to delete your account permanently, follow the steps provided by Instagram.

FAQs About Multiple Instagram Accounts

Can I make 2 Instagram accounts?

Yes, you can have two Instagram accounts. You can create up to five Instagram accounts with one email address.

Can I add a second user to my Instagram account?

Add people: In the Users section, select People then click on the plus button (+) to add new users. Enter the user details: Provide the email addresses of the team members you want to add to the shared Instagram account.

How to create 100 Instagram accounts?

You cannot create 100s of accounts and expect Instagram to allow you. For you to create and manage more than the allowed number of Instagram accounts, you will need to do it in such a way that the accounts can be linked to the same device, browser environment, and personal details.

Why can't I create a new account on Instagram?

If you can't create an Instagram account, it may be because the platform has blocked your IP address. Instagram may block IP addresses if they're associated with activities that violate their guidelines, such as Harmful behaviour. Spamming.