How to Monetize note Using Instagram and Ideas for Attracting Customers
On note, you can monetize your creative work by selling various types of content—including text, audio, illustrations, and videos—or by distributing them via subscriptions.
In this article, for those who are already posting on Instagram, we will introduce ways to attract customers and tips for sales promotion by combining it with note, while sharing examples of creator monetization.
Reasons to use Instagram and note's monetization features together
① You can create a new source of income
Why not have a place where you can earn a steady income while posting at your own pace outside of your main job? By using note's monetization features, you can sell a variety of content, such as essays, special know-how, or maps of recommended shops.
② You can post freely because it is paid content
There are things you can post freely precisely because they are paid, such as personal stories that are difficult to post on social media or works you only want to share with a limited number of people. It is also recommended to use note's paid features as a place to output content only for your core fans.
③ You can build a community and interact deeply with fans
By utilizing the membership feature, you can not only post content but also engage in two-way communication with members. You can enjoy posting and interacting with peace of mind in a closed environment, such as by using bulletin boards or streaming exclusive Instagram Lives.
Various use cases
[Case 1] Chizuru Ohara
Culinary researcher Chizuru Ohara runs a community called "Ohara-san's Real Meals," where she introduces how to make the "simple and delicious home-cooked meals" she usually eats at home. Cooking lessons are held via Instagram Live every month, where you can learn cooking tips directly from Ms. Ohara.
Features used: Membership
[Case 2] Hugh Miyata
Photographer Hugh Miyata publishes paid articles related to English learning methods. Before selling them on note, he would attract customers by sharing parts of the articles he was writing on his Stories. When he announced them on Instagram, they became quite popular and are still being purchased long after publication.
Features used: Paid articles
[Case 3] Takahiro
Takahiro, a pharmacist working at a beauty clinic, compiled and sold information on drugstore-exclusive cosmetics recommended for summer in an article. The selection includes usage feel and ingredients, making it content that can be enjoyed regardless of gender or generation. Setting a special limited-time price and announcing it on Instagram was also effective.
Features used: Paid articles
[Case 4] Egi
Egi, who has lived in Busan for six years, launched an Instagram account with the theme of "getting to know Busan better." On note, she sells articles summarizing areas to stay in Busan, recommended cafes, and restaurants. She promotes sales by utilizing Instagram, such as by posting on her feed and Stories, and placing links to her note in her Highlights.
Features used: Paid articles
Ideas for attracting traffic using Instagram
1. Use Stories to announce articles and share the writing process
Unlike feed posts, you can add link URLs to your Stories.
By allowing people who view your Stories to navigate directly to your articles or account, as shown in the example below, you can make it easier for more people to see your content.
In addition to announcing when an article is published, we also recommend sharing your writing process and the reactions you receive after publication.
*Reference: How to share note links in Stories
2. Use Highlights for posts you especially want people to see
By using Highlights, you can keep Story posts that would otherwise disappear after 24 hours on your profile.
By organizing content you especially want people to read into Highlights, you can create opportunities for more people to read it.
Many creators are turning their content into revenue by combining their Instagram posts with selling exclusive know-how or information in paid articles, or by running communities.
We encourage you to try using note in a way that works for you. For more details on feature overviews and related articles, please check the following page.