Get More Link in Bio Clicks: 12 Fixes That Work
Discover 12 practical fixes to get more clicks on your link in bio: a clear call to action, a booking button at the top, story link stickers and more.
LRLucas Ribeiro Cavalcante · Founder of Via6
In this article
- Short answer
- Does your bio have a clear call to action?
- Choose one main goal for the link
- Put the booking button at the top
- Use button names that start with a verb
- Keep your photo and name recognizable
- Reduce the number of links
- Remind people about the link at the end of your videos
- Use link stickers on your Instagram Stories
- Create a highlight with the link
- Put a QR code at your counter or on your business card
- Make sure your page loads fast on mobile
- Review your page every month
- Start with one change per day
- Frequently asked questions
To get more clicks on your link in bio, you need a clear call to action, one main goal, and a booking button at the top of the page. Story link stickers, a QR code at your counter, and a monthly review of your page also help.
Does your bio have a clear call to action?
Your Instagram bio is the first place where someone decides whether to tap your link. If they don't understand what you do or what they'll find on the other side, the click doesn't happen.
Write a short sentence that says who you are and what you solve. Then add a direct call to action, such as 'Book your appointment' or 'See my schedule'.
Avoid generic phrases like 'link in bio' or 'click here'. Use action verbs and make the benefit clear, such as 'Book your session in 1 minute'.
- Nail tech in Austin. Book your appointment through the link below.
- Therapist in Denver. Online and in-person sessions. See my schedule.
- Fades and beard trims. Tap the link and grab your slot.
Choose one main goal for the link
If your link page has ten buttons, people don't know where to tap. That lowers clicks on what really matters for your business.
Decide what you want visitors to do: book a time, message you on WhatsApp, or view your portfolio? Highlight that goal and keep the other links as support.
On Via6, you build your page by dragging blocks. Put the booking or WhatsApp block at the top and the rest below, in order of importance.
If you work by appointment, booking is usually the best goal. The client handles everything on their own, without going back and forth in messages.
Put the booking button at the top
The more someone scrolls, the less likely they are to tap anything. Your most important button needs to appear as soon as the page opens.
If you use a link page with built-in scheduling, like Via6, the booking block can sit right at the start. The client picks the service, the day and the time without leaving the page.
Open your page on your phone and check whether the booking button shows up without scrolling. If it doesn't, rearrange the blocks.
Use button names that start with a verb
Buttons like 'Click here' or 'Learn more' don't tell people what they'll get. They bring curiosity clicks, but also people who leave.
Prefer verbs that show the action: 'Book an appointment', 'Message me on WhatsApp', 'See prices', 'Follow on Instagram'.
On Via6, you can edit the text of each block. Keep labels short and direct, with four words or fewer.
- Book an appointment
- Message me on WhatsApp
- See services and prices
- Chat with me now
Keep your photo and name recognizable
If someone came from Instagram, they've already seen your profile. When they land on your link page, they need to recognize that they're in the right place.
Use the same profile photo and the same name or brand. This builds trust and keeps visitors from closing the page because they think they landed on the wrong site.
On Via6, you can add an image block with your photo and a text block with your name and profession. Place it at the top, above the buttons.
Reduce the number of links
Too many options create indecision. A visitor may tap a link that wasn't the main one and leave without booking.
List only what's essential: booking, WhatsApp, Instagram, website or portfolio. If you have more than five links, cut the least important ones.
If you need to show several services, use a single link to a services page or to your booking calendar, instead of one button for each service.
Remind people about the link at the end of your videos
On TikTok and Reels, people often watch to the end when the content is good. Use that moment to mention your link.
Say something like 'The booking link is in my bio' or 'Tap the link in my bio to see my open times'. This works better than putting the link only in the caption.
On TikTok, the website field in the bio may not be available for every account. Check Edit profile. If you don't see it, consider switching to a business account.
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Use link stickers on your Instagram Stories
The link sticker on Instagram Stories has been available to all accounts since 2021. You can use it to send people straight to your booking page.
Create a story with a call to action like 'Book your slot now' and add the link sticker. Anyone who taps it goes directly to your page.
Save these stories to a highlight on your profile, such as 'Book' or 'Times'. That way, the link is always available.
If you don't use story links yet, read when to use a link in your story instead of your bio.
Create a highlight with the link
Highlights appear right below your bio and are a great showcase for your link. Create a highlight called 'Book' or 'Times' and add stories with the link sticker.
Each time you post a story with a link, save it to this highlight. That way, even someone who visits your profile days later can find the link easily.
Use a highlight cover with a calendar or clock icon to catch attention.
Put a QR code at your counter or on your business card
Not everyone finds you on Instagram. A QR code at the counter, on your business card or by the mirror in your salon takes the customer straight to your booking page.
On Via6, you generate a QR code for your page. On the Pro plan, the QR code is dynamic: you can change the destination without reprinting your materials. You can compare plans on Via6 plans.
For ideas on where to place your QR code, read QR codes at the counter and on business cards: how to lead customers to your link.
Make sure your page loads fast on mobile
Many clicks come from phones. If your page is slow to load, visitors leave before they see the buttons.
Avoid heavy images, autoplay videos and too many blocks. Prefer a light page with few elements and fast loading.
Test your page on a 4G connection, not only on Wi-Fi. If it takes more than 3 seconds to open, simplify it.
Review your page every month
What works today may not work next month. Set aside 15 minutes each month to review your link page and your bio.
Check your metrics: how many people opened the page, how many tapped the buttons and how many booked. If a button gets few clicks, change its text or its position.
On Via6, the dashboard shows where your clicks come from: Instagram, Google, QR Code. This helps you see what's working. Learn more in where your clicks come from: how to track your link.
Use the review to update prices, hours and services. Outdated information creates distrust and fewer clicks.
Start with one change per day
You don't need to apply all 12 fixes at once. Pick one each day and see the result.
Start with a clear call to action in your bio and a booking button at the top. These changes have the biggest impact on clicks.
Then add a QR code at your counter and review your page at the end of the month. Over time, your click rate should improve.
If you don't have a link page yet, create one on Via6. In about 5 minutes, you can build your page with booking, WhatsApp and a QR code. The free plan includes 1 service and up to 50 bookings per month.
Frequently asked questions
How many links should I put in my Instagram bio?
Instagram lets you add up to 5 links in your bio. But to get more clicks on your main link, it's best to use just one link that leads to a page with all your contact details and booking. That way, visitors aren't distracted by other options.
How do I make my bio link open a WhatsApp chat?
You can create a WhatsApp link with a pre-filled message and add it to your link page. The format is https://wa.me/[country code][phone number]?text=[message], with the number in international format, using digits only. Spaces in the message become %20. For a step-by-step guide, see how to create a WhatsApp link with a pre-filled message for your bio.
Why doesn't anyone click the link in my bio?
Usually it's because the call to action in the bio isn't clear, or the destination page has too many links and confusing buttons. Revise your bio to include an action verb and put your most important button at the top of the page. Also check that the page loads quickly on mobile.
Can I add links to my Stories if I don't have many followers?
Yes. The link sticker on Instagram Stories has been available to all accounts since 2021, regardless of follower count. Create a story, tap the sticker icon and choose the link option.
How do I know if my link clicks come from Instagram or from a QR code?
Some link-in-bio tools show where clicks come from. On Via6, the dashboard shows where visits came from: Instagram, Google or QR Code. This helps you understand which channel brings the best results. Learn more in where your clicks come from: how to track your link.
Written with AI assistance, checked against product data, and published by Via6 on Oct 12, 2026.How we write→
Founder of Via6. Oversees the product and sets the editorial agenda for this blog, written for businesses that take appointments and want to get clients through their bio link.
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