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686.6M
Followers
308
Following
8.6K
Posts
0.08%
Engagement Rate
Account Overview
Profile summary and post performance
@instagram has 686,575,390 Instagram followers as of October 16, 2026 and 8,620 posts; the account is verified. Across the 12 recent posts we analysed for this report on August 24, 2026, a post got 564.9K likes and 13.4K comments on average (median 418.7K likes), an engagement rate of 0.08% of followers. Over the 169 days we have tracked it, the account lost 14,278,173 followers (-2.0%).
Where these numbers come from: public Instagram profile data and @instagram's recent posts, collected by IGDataHub. Follower history comes from our own repeated readings of the profile. How we calculate these numbers.
Account Info
| Account Size | Mega |
| Followers | 686,575,390 |
| Following | 308 |
| Posts | 8,620 |
| Verified | Yes |
Post Performance
| Posts Analyzed | 12 |
| Avg Likes per Post | 564,905 |
| Avg Comments per Post | 13,400 |
| Videos | 10 |
| Photos & carousels | 2 |
| Engagement Rate | 0.08% |
Follower Growth Over Time
How @instagram's Instagram follower count has changed across IGDataHub's tracked snapshots. Hover any point for the exact value on that day.
-14.3M
Net Change
-2.0%
% Change
-84.5K
Avg / Day
169
Days Tracked
87
Data Points
Tracked between Apr 29, 2026 (700,853,563 followers) and Oct 16, 2026 (686,575,390 followers).
| Date | Followers | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 686,575,390 | -20,562 | |
| 686,595,952 | +237,857 | |
| 686,358,095 | +502,940 | |
| 685,855,155 | -14,667 | |
| 685,869,822 | -14,983,741 | |
| 700,853,563 | first reading |
Engagement Analysis
Based on 12 recent posts
564.9K
Avg Likes/Post
13.4K
Avg Comments/Post
6.8M
Total Likes
160.8K
Total Comments
Engagement Rate
Compared with the 877 Mega-tier reports with an engagement rate (median 0.94%, middle half 0.3% to 2.58%)
0.08%
(Likes + Comments) / Followers per post
Video vs Photo Engagement
437.8K
Avg Likes on Videos (10)
1.2M
Avg Likes on Photos & carousels (2)
Only 2 of the 12 posts we analysed are photos or carousels: too few to say which format does better.
Per-Post Engagement Trend
Engagement (likes + comments) for each of @instagram's tracked recent posts, in upload order. Hover any point for the exact value.
Each data point is one post. The median post got 441,813 likes and comments; 1 of the 12 reached twice that (883,626 or more).
Best-Performing Post, Decomposed
What @instagram's single biggest recent post had going for it, measured against the account's other posts.
2,250,037 likes · 17,142 comments
3.9× @instagram's average post · 5.1× the median post.
"Introducing @metaglasses by @kyliejenner. A new way to see and share your world."
80 characters
Photo or carousel
Format
Tuesday
Day Posted
14:00 UTC
Hour Posted
Content Analysis
Hashtags, keywords, captions, and top posts
Top Hashtags
Top Keywords
Words used at least twice in the captions we analysed, with how often.
Caption Analysis
| Avg Caption Length | 205 chars |
| Posting Frequency | 7.5 posts/week |
Content Mix
10
Videos / Reels
2
Photos & carousels
Top Posts
Highest-liked recent posts from @instagram
| # | Caption | Likes | Comments | Views | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Introducing @metaglasses by @kyliejenner. A new way to see and share your world.
|
2.3M | 17.1K | — | view |
| 2 |
always check your blind spot
#InTheMoment
Video by @ahmaddolisir
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739.7K | 21.4K | 44.0M | view |
| 3 |
soft hills, softer vibes 😌
#InTheMoment
Video by @imleera
Music by @aisha__v…
|
712.0K | 11.6K | 18.0M | view |
| 4 |
hydration maxxing 🐌💧
#InTheMoment
Video by @mariannademant
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613.4K | 7.2K | 26.8M | view |
| 5 |
The tiniest seaside table setting 🐚🏖️
@maryinthefairyland (Mary) builds mini…
|
454.4K | 13.4K | 16.7M | view |
| 6 |
@charu.beatbox (Charu) can play the flute while beatboxing 🤯
She taught hers…
|
446.9K | 9.8K | 12.9M | view |
| 7 |
Anime, music production and fashion? @itsyoungmiko’s (Young Miko) algo has rang…
|
390.6K | 36.4K | 9.9M | view |
| 8 |
That reveal though 👀
@mileninhavt (Mileninhavt) is a visual artist who uses ev…
|
300.1K | 13.6K | 23.9M | view |
| 9 |
serving handmade magic 🍓⭐🐞
#InTheMoment
Video by @martwa.natura.ze.zlotem…
|
285.6K | 9.9K | 13.7M | view |
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
When @instagram posts on Instagram
7.5
Posts / week
24.3h
Avg gap between posts
Tuesday, Wednesday
Peak posting days
19:00, 16:00 UTC
Peak posting hours
Posting Activity by Hour (UTC)
How often @instagram publishes at each hour of the day, across 12 timestamped posts. Bar height = number of posts. Hover any bar for the exact count.
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Engagement by Day of the Week
@instagram's recent posts grouped by the day they went out. Most days here have one or two posts, so one strong post can set a day's average. Read it as a record of these posts, not as the best day to post.
| Day | Posts | Avg Engagement | Total Engagement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 2 | 614,414 | 1,228,828 |
| Tuesday | 3 | 940,849 | 2,822,546 |
| Wednesday | 3 | 320,279 | 960,836 |
| Thursday | 2 | 575,308 | 1,150,615 |
| Friday | 2 | 388,421 | 776,842 |
Posting Consistency & Streaks
How steadily @instagram maintains output
5
Longest streak (days)
0/100
Consistency score: irregular gaps
100 = evenly spaced posts; 0 = the gaps vary as much as their average or more
80.8%
Active days
Posted at least once
24.3h
Avg gap
Between posts
Caption Length & Performance
How @instagram's caption length correlates with engagement
100.0%
Posts with Caption
205
Avg Caption Chars
201
Median Chars
434
Longest Caption
| Caption Length | Posts | Avg Engagement |
|---|---|---|
| Short (<40 chars) | 1 | 156.2K |
| Medium (40-100) | 4 | 1.1M |
| Long (100+) | 7 | 344.4K |
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Estimated Earnings
Revenue estimates based on follower count only
Sponsorship Value (Est. Per Post)
Based on 686.6M followers (Mega)
$3,432,877 to $8,238,905
Our per-follower range for accounts this size (see methodology)
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See export optionsFrequently Asked Questions About @instagram
How many followers does @instagram have on Instagram?
@instagram has 686,575,390 followers on Instagram, placing them in the Mega-tier group (1M+ followers).
What is @instagram's Instagram engagement rate?
@instagram has an engagement rate of 0.08% based on 12 recent posts, averaging 564.9K likes per post.
How much does @instagram earn on Instagram?
From follower count only, we estimate @instagram's sponsorship value at $3,432,877 to $8,238,905 per post. Actual earnings vary by niche, audience demographics, and individual brand negotiations.
How many posts has @instagram published on Instagram?
@instagram has published 8,620 posts on Instagram.
What is @instagram's most-liked recent post?
Of the 12 recent posts analyzed, the top post received 2,250,037 likes and 17,142 comments.
How often does @instagram post on Instagram?
@instagram posts approximately 7.5 times per week, with an average gap of 24.3h between posts. Peak posting days are Tuesday, Wednesday.
How does @instagram compare to other Instagram creators?
@instagram sits in the Mega-tier group alongside accounts like @cristiano, @leomessi, @selenagomez.
Is @instagram verified on Instagram?
Yes, @instagram is a verified Instagram account.
About This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of @instagram's Instagram profile and 12 recent posts.
Data collected and analyzed by IGDataHub | Follower count as of Oct 16, 2026 | Posts analysed Aug 24, 2026
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IGDataHub (2026). @instagram Instagram stats and analytics, follower count as of 16 October 2026, posts analysed 24 August 2026. https://igdatahub.com/blog/instagram-instagram-profile-stats/