Platform Updates
Instagram Algorithm Updates — November 2024 Notes
Overview
Document algorithm shifts and how they influenced caption pacing and calls to action.
Key Changes Rolled Out in November
Instagram tightened link-out detection and rewarded captions that kept conversations on-platform. Posts with comment-driven CTAs held steady, while captions pushing multiple external links saw reach dip.
Timing also shifted: the platform now weighs first-hour saves more heavily. Captions encouraging followers to “save for later” or promising future value in the carousel boosted retention in this window.
Caption Adjustments to Implement
Keep CTAs focused on in-app actions and save external pushes for Stories or bio updates.
- End captions with open-ended questions or “drop an emoji if…” prompts.
- Offer quick tips or checklists followers will want to save.
- Mention link updates subtly (“New breakdown waiting in the bio”) without overloading the copy.
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Monitoring Performance Going Forward
Set up weekly dashboards comparing saves and comments against impressions. When you see a dip, revisit caption length—45 to 65 words performed best post-update.
Log learnings in Caption Wizard AI’s analytics notes so future drafts automatically pull proven CTAs and pacing guidelines.