Instagram lets users edit their profiles where users can provide a brief description about themselves, who they are, what they do, and so on. However it looks like profiles on Instagram are about to get more interactive as Instagram has rolled out a new feature that lets users add hashtag and profile links.
According to Instagram, “With hashtag and profile links in your bio, you can express yourself and your interests right in your profile. Whether you’re a #guitarlover, into #pencilsketching or have a #makeuptutorial account, now you can link to any hashtag or profile you want.” What does this mean? Basically you can add hashtags that you might feel passionate about, like if you’re a #gymjunkie or a #foodie, or if you’re organizing an event, you can include a hashtag created specifically for said event that makes it easier for users to follow what’s going on.
As for profile links, there are some users who have multiple Instagram profiles. One could be about their business, one could be for personal, so if you have a personal account and want to share your business profile, you can now directly link to that account via your Instagram bio. All these links will be clickable so it’s not as if users have to type it in manually.
This follows an earlier Instagram update in which it allowed users to follow hashtags like they would a regular Instagram profile.