Collabs, Broadcast channels & Notes

Use Instagram's built-in features to reach new people and deepen community.

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Collab posts / Reels

Invite another creator as **Collab** co-author, post appears on both profiles, splitting reach. Best for same-niche creators with overlapping but not identical audiences. Use for challenges, duets, or joint tutorials. Always agree on deliverables and tagging before posting.

Broadcast channels

One-to-many DM-style channel where **only you post**; followers react, vote in polls, and reply in threads. Good for BTS updates, launch teasers, and quick polls. Meta guidance: share authentic BTS via text, video, or **voice notes**; use polls for feedback. Often requires **public professional account** and follower threshold (see Help Center). Pin channel to profile; share join sticker in Stories.

Notes

Short status-style updates at top of DM inbox, low-friction way to point followers to new Reel, ask a question, or share a link. Use sparingly (1-2/day max) so it doesn't feel spammy.

When to use which

**Reels/Trial** = discovery. **Stories batch** = nurture followers. **Broadcast channel** = superfans. **Collab** = borrow audience. **Notes** = quick pointer.

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