{"id":45904,"date":"2022-07-30T20:04:24","date_gmt":"2022-07-30T20:04:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/?p=45904"},"modified":"2022-07-30T20:04:25","modified_gmt":"2022-07-30T20:04:25","slug":"how-to-set-up-a-twitter-business-account-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-set-up-a-twitter-business-account-2","title":{"rendered":"How to Set Up a Twitter Business Account"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_43 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ebdf23c8168\" class=\"cssicon\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ebdf23c8168\"  class=\"cssiconcheckbox\">1<\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ebdf23c8168\" ><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-set-up-a-twitter-business-account-2\/#How_to_Set_Up_a_Twitter_Business_Account\" title=\"How to Set Up a Twitter Business Account\">How to Set Up a Twitter Business Account<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-set-up-a-twitter-business-account-2\/#Create_a_strong_profile\" title=\"Create a strong profile\">Create a strong profile<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-set-up-a-twitter-business-account-2\/#Add_a_profile_picture\" title=\"Add a profile picture\">Add a profile picture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-set-up-a-twitter-business-account-2\/#Add_a_website\" title=\"Add a website\">Add a website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-set-up-a-twitter-business-account-2\/#Add_a_unique_display_name\" title=\"Add a unique display name\">Add a unique display name<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-set-up-a-twitter-business-account-2\/#Add_a_cover_photo\" title=\"Add a cover photo\">Add a cover photo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/how-to-set-up-a-twitter-business-account-2\/#Add_a_business_email_or_phone_number\" title=\"Add a business email or phone number\">Add a business email or phone number<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Set_Up_a_Twitter_Business_Account\"><\/span>How to Set Up a Twitter Business Account<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p> <img decoding=\"async\" align=\"left\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/ID4SmOR.jpg\" style=\"margin:0px 10px; width:auto; height:auto; max-height:244px; max-width:44%\" alt=\"how to setup a twitter business account\"> <\/p>\n<p>When you want to use Twitter for business purposes, you&#8217;ll need to set up a business account. This is an excellent way to spread the word about your products or services, while gaining followers on Twitter. Here are some quick steps to get started:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_a_strong_profile\"><\/span>Create a strong profile<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your Twitter business account should be a clear reflection of your brand and your business. To create a strong profile, you must choose a photo to use as the profile picture. Your profile photo appears next to every interaction with your followers. Choose a picture that is relevant to your brand. Your logo should be large enough to be easily recognizable, but not too large that it won&#8217;t look good cropped out of the corners.<\/p>\n<p>Then, create a strong profile that includes your company&#8217;s handle, hashtags, and keywords. This will make it easier for people in your niche to follow you and interact with you. A good profile will attract a decent number of followers, so be sure to build a strong relationship with them. This will increase your revenue and brand awareness. And, remember, the more followers you have, the more likely they are to recommend your products.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Add_a_profile_picture\"><\/span>Add a profile picture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One way to stand out among your followers is by adding a profile picture to your Twitter business account. Your profile picture will be displayed next to your tweets in the timeline of followers. You can upload an existing photo from your computer or take one with your webcam. The size of the image must be at least 400 x 400 pixels. If your profile picture is too large, you can crop it to a smaller size. Make sure to select a photo that represents your business or brand.<\/p>\n<p>Using a profile picture is free. Twitter has guidelines about the size of your profile picture. You can upload an image as large as 2MB but make sure to keep it square. You should also remember that Twitter only allows images of 400 x 400 pixels. Also, it is best to leave a little space around the edge of the image. You can use a solid background for your profile picture, or choose a square one with a background that is different than your logo.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Add_a_website\"><\/span>Add a website<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before you can add a website to a Twitter business account, you need to update your profile. The profile photo is displayed in Tweets to your followers and gives your account a recognizable identity. The file size of your profile photo can only be 700MB, but it must be relevant to your business. You can also update your website address and bio. Once your profile is updated, you can add your website and related interests.<\/p>\n<p>To begin, log in to your Twitter account. Click on the &#8220;Profile&#8221; link in the upper right corner and select &#8220;Edit profile.&#8221; In the next field, type in the complete URL of your website or blog. Alternatively, you can paste the URL of your website or blog into the &#8220;Website URL&#8221; field. Click &#8220;Save&#8221; to add your website to Twitter. The URL is now displayed in your Twitter profile.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Add_a_unique_display_name\"><\/span>Add a unique display name<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Twitter allows you to change your display name, but not your username. Your username is a short and unique way to identify yourself on the network. It cannot exceed 20 characters and should be related to your business. The ideal display name is short, easy to remember, and related to your business. To add a unique display name to your Twitter profile, follow the steps below:<\/p>\n<p>Create a test account. This account will allow you to post updates to the Twitter platform and is free. Use any display name that you choose. Make sure the email address is a fake one and is not visible to the public. You can also use the same email address that you use for your business for added security. Be sure to follow the recommended naming convention and make sure the display name and username are relevant to your business.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Add_a_cover_photo\"><\/span>Add a cover photo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the most important aspects of your Twitter business account is the cover photo. These images are prominently displayed and measure 500 x 1500 pixels. Choosing a good image is vital to convey a professional image to your audience. Here are 23 great examples of Twitter header images that can provide inspiration. In particular, consider the Lyft cover photo, which aims to give people a lift. The peace sign is used as a substitute for the letter &#8220;y&#8221; and the positive tone conveyed by this image is highly encouraging.<\/p>\n<p>Your cover photo must be striking and catch the attention of new visitors. The photo should have bright colors and contrast. Ideally, it should reflect the tone of your brand and your message. If you&#8217;re unsure how to choose a photo, you can always refer to sample Twitter cover photos provided by Shutterstock. For each image, you can find a link to its original image and a lightbox with more options.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Add_a_business_email_or_phone_number\"><\/span>Add a business email or phone number<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When setting up a Twitter business account, make sure to include a profile photo. This image is displayed in your followers&#8217; Tweets and gives your account a recognizable identity. You can use up to 700MB in size for the image. 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