{"id":9462,"date":"2022-08-30T04:56:51","date_gmt":"2022-08-30T08:56:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/?p=9462"},"modified":"2024-02-24T13:20:38","modified_gmt":"2024-02-24T18:20:38","slug":"instagram-giveaway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/social-media\/instagram-giveaway","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Guide to Hosting a Buzzworthy Instagram Giveaway"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Did you know that Instagram contests and giveaways get <a href=\"https:\/\/statusbrew.com\/insights\/instagram-giveaways\/#:~:text=According%20to%20a%20study%20by,to%20another%20study%20by%20Tailwind.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3.5 times as many likes and 64 times<\/a> more comments on average than regular posts? How awesome is that? So, if you\u2019re looking to grow your Instagram following, one of the best ways to do it is by hosting a giveaway. People love free stuff, and if you\u2019re giving away something your target audience wants, they\u2019ll be more than happy to follow you for a chance to win. In this blog post, we\u2019ll show you how to host an awesome Instagram giveaway that will get the world buzzing.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" src=\"https:\/\/siteimages.simplified.com\/blog\/Buzzworthy-Instagram-Giveaway.png?auto=compress&fm=png\" alt=\"Buzzworthy Instagram Giveaway\" class=\"wp-image-23141\" style=\"width:506px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proexhibits.com\/blog\/trade-show-giveaways\/\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"color: #0f0e0e;background-color: #ffffff\" class=\"stk-highlight\"><strong>Bonus:<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\" class=\"stk-highlight\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/marketing\/influencer-marketing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Influencer Marketing: What It Is And How To Get Started<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-what-are-the-benefits-of-hosting-an-instagram-giveaway\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_benefits_of_hosting_an_Instagram_giveaway\"><\/span><strong>What are the benefits of hosting an Instagram giveaway?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">When done correctly, Instagram giveaways can help increase engagement and act as a powerful marketing tool that helps you promote your brand and reach new customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Some of the benefits of hosting an Instagram giveaway include:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-list eplus-styles-uid-5381f1\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Generating engagement and buzz around your brand;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Reaching new audiences and expanding your reach;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Driving traffic to your website or online store;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Building customer loyalty and creating advocates for your brand.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">If you\u2019re thinking about hosting an Instagram giveaway, be sure to keep these benefits in mind. With a little planning, you can create a successful giveaway that helps you achieve your business goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_do_a_Giveaway_on_Instagram\"><\/span><strong>How to do a Giveaway on Instagram<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Hosting your first Instagram giveaway? That\u2019s great! Allow us to give you a quick rundown of everything you need to know about running a successful Instagram giveaway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Set_Your_Giveaway_Goals\"><\/span>Set Your Giveaway Goals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Start your Instagram giveaway planning with pre-determining clear goals. Knowing your desired outcome\u2014increased followers, <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/branding\/brand-awareness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">brand awareness<\/a>, higher engagement, or more website traffic\u2014guides your strategy and ensures a successful, intentional contest that avoids wasted resources. Define your purpose, whether it&#8217;s promoting a product, supporting a cause, or fostering brand affinity with a partner.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" src=\"https:\/\/siteimages.simplified.com\/blog\/Set-Your-Giveaway-Goals.png?auto=compress&fm=png\" alt=\"Set Your Giveaway Goals\" class=\"wp-image-23142\" style=\"width:448px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/buffer.com\/library\/cross-posting\/\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Bonus: <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/marketing\/user-generated-content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Leverage User-Generated Content For Your Brand<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Determine_the_Prize\"><\/span><strong>Determine the Prize<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">First, you\u2019ll need to decide what kind of prize you want to give away. It can be anything from a product or service to a gift card or even cash. Make sure that the prize will appeal to both your existing and target audience on\u00a0Instagram. For example, if you\u2019re trying to reach millennials, you may want to consider giving away a gift card to a popular retailer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Think_About_Your_Entry_Criteria\"><\/span><strong>Think About Your Entry Criteria<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">One of the most important things to think about before hosting your giveaway is your entry criteria. This is what will determine who can and can\u2019t enter your giveaway, so it\u2019s important to get it right. After all, if you don\u2019t have clear criteria, it\u2019s going to be hard to pick a winner (and you might end up with a lot of angry contestants on your hands).<\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-list eplus-styles-uid-94ba96\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Make sure your entry criteria are clear and concise. Be specific about what participants need to do to enter. If people have to jump through hoops to figure out how to enter, they\u2019re likely to give up and move on.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Ensure that the entry criteria are fair. If it\u2019s too easy to enter, you\u2019ll be flooded with entries and it\u2019ll be hard to pick a winner. But, if it\u2019s too difficult, no one will bother entering.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Bonus: <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/marketing\/business-account-on-instagram\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How To Use A Business Account On Instagram: Benefits &amp; Tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Design_Your_Instagram_Giveaway_Graphics\"><\/span><strong>Design Your Instagram Giveaway Graphics<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Once you have a prize in mind, you\u2019ll need to <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/ai-writer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">create graphics<\/a> and write <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/ai-writer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">catchy copies<\/a> for your giveaway post. This image should be attention-grabbing and include all the relevant details about your giveaway. Now, if you want to create the best Instagram giveaway posts, Simplified has tons of colorful and customizable Instagram giveaway templates for you to try out.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/siteimages.simplified.com\/blog\/Template.png?auto=compress&fm=png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23143\" style=\"width:368px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:36px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button-group stk-block-button-group stk-block stk-df72e56\" data-block-id=\"df72e56\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-button-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button stk-block-button is-style-ghost stk-block stk-16da285\" data-block-id=\"16da285\"><style>.stk-16da285{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:auto !important}.stk-16da285 .stk-button{padding-top:12px !important;padding-right:16px !important;padding-bottom:12px !important;padding-left:16px !important;background:#ffd350 !important;border-top-left-radius:30px !important;border-top-right-radius:30px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:30px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:30px !important}.stk-16da285 .stk-button:hover:after{background:transparent !important;opacity:1 !important}:where(.stk-hover-parent:hover,.stk-hover-parent.stk--is-hovered) .stk-16da285 .stk-button:after{background:transparent !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-16da285 .stk-button:before{box-shadow:none !important}.stk-16da285 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important;color:#1e1e1e !important;line-height:24px !important;font-weight:500 !important}@media screen and (max-width:1023px){.stk-16da285 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}<\/style><a class=\"stk-link stk-button stk--hover-effect-darken\" href=\"https:\/\/app.simplified.com\/graphic-design\/templates\/instagram-posts\/p\/sunscreen-giveaway-mint-instagram-post-90692a9b-6d40-4da0-b943-c378bdbef931\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"has-text-color has-black-color stk-button__inner-text\">Use Template<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/siteimages.simplified.com\/blog\/Template-2-1.png?auto=compress&fm=png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-23144\" style=\"width:376px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:43px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\" wp-block-spacer eplus-wrapper\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button-group stk-block-button-group stk-block stk-61e5469\" data-block-id=\"61e5469\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-button-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button stk-block-button is-style-ghost stk-block stk-f734c89\" data-block-id=\"f734c89\"><style>.stk-f734c89{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:auto !important}.stk-f734c89 .stk-button{padding-top:12px !important;padding-right:16px !important;padding-bottom:12px !important;padding-left:16px !important;background:#ffd350 !important;border-top-left-radius:30px !important;border-top-right-radius:30px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:30px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:30px !important}.stk-f734c89 .stk-button:hover:after{background:transparent !important;opacity:1 !important}:where(.stk-hover-parent:hover,.stk-hover-parent.stk--is-hovered) .stk-f734c89 .stk-button:after{background:transparent !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-f734c89 .stk-button:before{box-shadow:none !important}.stk-f734c89 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important;color:#1e1e1e !important;line-height:24px !important;font-weight:500 !important}@media screen and (max-width:1023px){.stk-f734c89 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}<\/style><a class=\"stk-link stk-button stk--hover-effect-darken\" href=\"https:\/\/app.simplified.com\/graphic-design\/templates\/instagram-posts\/p\/giveaway-steps-instagram-post-e6fa987c-cc0f-4392-b9ed-bdc8a256b083\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"has-text-color has-black-color stk-button__inner-text\">Use Template<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">You can add text, images, animations, music, and even sound effects to make your giveaway post more appealing. And what\u2019s more, it\u2019s free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Promote_Your_Event\"><\/span>Promote Your Event<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">It&#8217;s now time to kick off your giveaway. If you&#8217;re on Instagram, spread the word with a grid post, story, and <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/social-media\/instagram-reels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reels<\/a>. Use a compelling image and a clear call-to-action in your caption to boost entries. Don&#8217;t forget to post at your best time for maximum impact. And if you&#8217;re on other platforms too, cross-promote to reach even more people!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Bonus: <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/marketing\/instagram-marketing\">Instagram Marketing: 11 Powerful Tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Analyze_Insights_Declare_The_Winners\"><\/span>Analyze Insights &amp; Declare The Winners<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Throughout the giveaway, closely monitor the number of participants, address any inquiries, and track relevant entries with the giveaway hashtag. Keep an eye on all posts and comments related to the contest to assess if the initial goals were achieved, including potential increases in sales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Hot Tip: Try Simplified <a href=\"https:\/\/app.simplified.com\/analytics\/overview\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Analytics<\/a> to measure your giveaway results!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">After the giveaway period, select a winner using an Instagram giveaway picker tool, which offers numerous options for this purpose. Some brands even record the winner selection process and share it on Instagram Stories as verification of its randomness.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized eplus-wrapper\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" src=\"https:\/\/siteimages.simplified.com\/blog\/Analyze-Insights.png?auto=compress&fm=png\" alt=\"Analyze Insights\" class=\"wp-image-23145\" style=\"width:482px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" has-text-align-center eplus-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/buffer.com\/library\/cross-posting\/\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Bonus: <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/social-media\/instagram-reels-analytics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">All About Instagram Reels Analytics for Video Creators<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Instagram_Giveaway_Ideas\"><\/span><strong>5 Instagram Giveaway Ideas<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Here are five tried and tested Instagram giveaway ideas you can try out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Photo_Caption_Contest\"><\/span><strong>1. Photo Caption Contest<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">All you need to do is post a picture and ask your followers to submit their captions. Be sure to set a deadline for the submissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_LikeCommentTag_to_Win\"><\/span><strong>2. Like\/Comment\/Tag to Win<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Post a photo or video on your social media account and ask people to like, comment, or tag a friend to enter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Repost_to_Win\"><\/span><strong>3. Repost to Win<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Simply ask your followers to share it through Repost or to their IG stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Trivia\"><\/span><strong>4. Trivia<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">With these types of Instagram giveaways, you can ask your followers questions about your brand, products, or any interesting topic like pop culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Hashtag_Contest\"><\/span><strong>5. Hashtag Contest<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Come up with a catchy hashtag that relates to your brand. Then, make sure to give clear instructions on how to enter. For instance, entrants can use that post to their feed or story with that hashtag to stand a chance of winning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><strong>Bonus:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/social-media\/calculate-instagram-engagement-rate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How To Calculate Your Instagram Engagement Rate For The Best Results<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Promote_Your_Instagram_Giveaway_for_Maximum_Reach\"><\/span><strong>How to Promote Your Instagram Giveaway for Maximum Reach<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Are you looking to promote your giveaway for maximum reach? If so, there are a few things you can do to make sure your giveaway gets seen by as many people as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">First, you\u2019ll want to make use of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/social-media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">social media<\/a>. You may be hosting your giveaway on Instagram, but you can use other social media platforms to create awareness about it! Create a post about your Instagram giveaway on all of your social media channels, and be sure to use hashtags so that people can easily find your giveaway. You can also boost your posts or run ads on social media to reach even more people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">And hey, if you\u2019re looking for a way to organize your giveaway posts on social media, we know just what you need! With Simplified\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/social-media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">social content calendar<\/a>, you can easily manage multiple social accounts from one easy-to-use interface and easily deliver images, videos, descriptions, and ad campaigns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">In addition to social media, you can also promote your giveaway on your <a href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/blog\/ai-writing\/landing-page-copy-examples\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">website<\/a> or blog. Write a post about the giveaway and include a call to action telling people how they can enter. You can do this by creating a dedicated page for your giveaway or adding a banner or widget to your site. You can also promote your giveaway through email newsletters, forums, and other online communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\">Another great way to promote your Instagram giveaway is by reaching out to influencers and brands in your niche. They can help spread the word to their followers and double your posts\u2019 engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-call-to-action stk-block-call-to-action stk-block stk-2d15cda stk-block-background is-style-default stk--has-background-overlay\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"2d15cda\"><style>.stk-2d15cda{background-image:url(https:\/\/siteimages.simplified.com\/blog\/light-bg.png?auto=format&amp;ixlib=php-3.3.1) !important;border-radius:32px !important;overflow:hidden !important;margin-bottom:25px !important}.stk-2d15cda-container{background-color:#ffffffb3 !important;border-radius:30px !important;overflow:hidden !important;box-shadow:0px 70px 90px -20px rgba(72,73,121,0.30) !important}.stk-2d15cda-container:before{background-color:#ffffffb3 !important}<\/style><div class=\"stk-block-call-to-action__content stk-content-align stk-2d15cda-column stk-container stk-2d15cda-container\"><div class=\"has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks stk-2d15cda-inner-blocks\"><h3 class=\" wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-large-font-size eplus-wrapper eplus-styles-uid-2ce6e3\" id=\"h-host-the-hottest-giveaway-with-simplified\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Host_The_Hottest_Giveaway_With_Simplified\"><\/span><strong>Host The Hottest Giveaway With Simplified!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button-group stk-block-button-group stk-block stk-8d8316b\" data-block-id=\"8d8316b\"><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks stk-block-content stk-button-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button stk-block-button is-style-ghost stk-block stk-dc0dcd7\" data-block-id=\"dc0dcd7\"><style>.stk-dc0dcd7 .stk-button{background:#fcb900 !important;border-top-left-radius:8px !important;border-top-right-radius:8px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:8px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:8px !important}.stk-dc0dcd7 .stk-button:hover:after{background:transparent !important;opacity:1 !important}:where(.stk-hover-parent:hover,.stk-hover-parent.stk--is-hovered) .stk-dc0dcd7 .stk-button:after{background:transparent !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-dc0dcd7 .stk-button:before{box-shadow:none !important;border-style:solid !important;border-color:#000000 !important;border-top-width:2px !important;border-right-width:2px !important;border-bottom-width:2px !important;border-left-width:2px !important}.stk-dc0dcd7 .stk-button__inner-text{color:#000000 !important;font-weight:bold !important}<\/style><a class=\"stk-link stk-button stk--hover-effect-darken\" href=\"https:\/\/simplified.com\/social-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"has-text-color has-black-color stk-button__inner-text\">Get Started For Free<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that Instagram contests and giveaways get 3.5 times as many likes and 64 times more comments on average than regular posts? How awesome is that? So, if you\u2019re looking to grow your Instagram following, one of the best ways to do it is by hosting a giveaway. People love free stuff, and if you\u2019re giving away something your target audience wants, they\u2019ll be more than happy to follow you for a chance to win. In this blog post, we\u2019ll show you how to host an awesome Instagram giveaway that will get the world buzzing. Source Bonus:Influencer Marketing: 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