To start, here are a few ways you can make money on Instagram: Focus on sponsored posts for brands that want to reach your audience, making you the perfect medium to do that. Become an affiliate and earn money by selling products that belong to other brands. Sell your photography.
What happens after 10k followers on Instagram?
Once you have 10k followers, Instagram will make it easier for you to get people to your website via Stories with the swipe up to link feature. Swipe up is the only way to get a direct link from your Instagram to your other web properties. And, it’s available in STORIES, if you have 10k followers.