← Back to Facebook
Compare

Facebook vs Instagram

Facebook and Instagram are both social platforms. Fees — Facebook: In-stream ads, Reels, Stars, subscriptions. Instagram: Gifts, subscriptions, bonuses by region.

Updated · from each platform’s published fees and payout terms · how we verify

Key differences

  • Fees — Facebook: In-stream ads, Reels, Stars, subscriptions. Instagram: Gifts, subscriptions, bonuses by region.
  • Both pay out via Bank transfer.
  • Facebook is the older platform — founded in 2004, 6 years before Instagram (2010).

Which should you choose?

Choose Facebook if…

  • You prefer a long track record (since 2004).

Side by side

Facebook Meta flagship network, where creators earn through in-stream ads, Reels monetization, subscriptions, and Stars… Visit Instagram Meta photo and video network where creators earn through gifts, subscriptions, bonuses, and brand partnerships… Visit
Type Social platforms like YouTube Social platforms like YouTube
Category Creator Economy Creator Economy
Vetted No No
Work from home Yes Yes
Fees In-stream ads, Reels, Stars, subscriptions Gifts, subscriptions, bonuses by region
Withdraw via Bank transfer (Meta payouts) Bank transfer (Meta payouts)
Availability Worldwide (program varies) Worldwide (program varies)
Founded 2004 2010
Headquarters Menlo Park, California, United States Menlo Park, California, US (Meta)
Stock ticker NASDAQ: META (Meta) NASDAQ: META (Meta)
Popularity 33 views · 0 likes 35 views · 0 likes

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Facebook or Instagram?

Facebook: In-stream ads, Reels, Stars, subscriptions. Instagram: Gifts, subscriptions, bonuses by region.

Where are Facebook and Instagram available?

Facebook: Worldwide (program varies). Instagram: Worldwide (program varies).

Your first online income could start this week.

Tell us your country, age and what you have. See which platforms will accept you, what you still need, and how you'd get paid. Free, private, no sign-up.

Open the starter kit →