Content & creators
IB
“Inspired by”: shorthand for acknowledging an idea or format that informed a post.
In everyday use
A caption includes IB and the original creator's account.
What to keep in mind
Inspiration credit does not replace permission where permission is required.
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Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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