Instagram Bio Checklist

INSTAGRAM BIO CHECKLIST

For small businesses - SEO and brand awareness

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Username (@username)

  • Contains the company name or main keyword
  • Avoids unnecessary numbers and symbols
  • Use a period (.) or underscore ( _ ) to separate words.
  • The name is simple and easy to remember
  • If possible, include industry or region
Example: @latgales_medus, @pirts_latgale
2

Name

The most important SEO

Contains industry and keywords

Handmade candles | Latgale | Personalized gifts

Photo services | family photo sessions | in Rezekne
  • Limit: up to 64 characters
  • It is preferable that "Name" is different from "Username""
3

BIO (main description)

Maximum length: 150 characters

It is recommended to build in 3 rows:

  • Who are you / what do you do?
  • What is offered or what is the customer value?
  • Call to Action
Local manufacturer in Latgale, handmade
Meat products for everyday life and holidays
Order online or write to us
  • Contains industry keywords
  • The text is clear and structured.
  • Tone aligned with brand identity
4

Links

  • Add links (website, e-shop, Whatsapp)
  • Use a link aggregation tool (Linktree, Bio.link)
  • Add UTM tags to Google Analytics
  • Fill in the "Business Information" fields
SEO Tip

Add address, email, phone number

5

Design

  • BIO lines are separated by a blank line
  • Avoid text in all caps
  • Match BIO with profile picture
  • Text is first created in notes
Tip

Instagram has a limit on editing options

6

Professional settings

  • Activate "Professional Account" (Business)
  • Choose the appropriate category
  • Add "Action Buttons" (Call, Email, Directions)
  • Connects to the company's Facebook page
Important

Don't include categories in your profile description - save space

7

Profile picture

  • Uses a brand logo or clear symbol
  • Leave enough free space around the logo
  • Avoid complex elements
  • Choose a bright, contrasting background
  • Check quality on mobile screen
  • Maintains visual consistency
Remember

Instagram round frame cuts off the edges

8

Highlights

Keep the most important topics:

  • Create thematic categories
  • Use uniform covers
  • Keep names short and clear (10-12 characters)
  • Regularly updates content
Examples: Products, Reviews, Prices, Orders, Workshop, News
9

Pinned posts

Profile business card

  • Pin 1-3 posts
  • One post tells who you are
  • Pin a product range or services
  • Use a consistent visual style
Function

Shows the most important things before scrolling