How to Write Captions (Platform-Wise Format)

🎯 Objective:

To write effective, brand-aligned captions across all platforms — not just for festive posts, but also for service-related, e-waste awareness, industry insights, referral pushes, and tech news — tailored by channel tone and style.


👥 Roles & Responsibilities:

Role

Responsibility

Copywriter

Writes and formats captions for all content types

Marketing Manager

Reviews for tone, clarity, compliance

Social Media Executive

Uses final captions during scheduling


📌 Caption Structure (for ALL Content Types)

Section

Description

1️⃣ Hook

First 125 characters → emotional, curiosity, or offer-based

2️⃣ Value/Story

Adds context, educates, entertains, or supports CTA

3️⃣ CTA

“Tap link in bio”, “DM us now”, “Comment ‘Bonus’”

4️⃣ Hashtags

10–20 mix: branded + contextual + geo


📲 Platform-Wise Caption Formats + Content Examples


Instagram

| Style | Casual, witty, emoji-rich |
| Max Length | ~2,200 characters |
| CTA | “Tap link in bio”, “Comment BONUS” |

Examples:

A. Service-Oriented (Doorstep Pickup):

Your old phone still chilling in a drawer? Let’s change that 📦
Get instant quotes, doorstep pickup, and cash in your account — all from the Cashkr app.
Tap the link in bio to sell now!
#Cashkr #SellOldPhone #InstantCash

B. E-Waste Awareness:

That old gadget? It won’t recycle itself. ♻️
Every device you sell with Cashkr stays out of landfills and gets repurposed.
Sell smart. Live clean.
#RecycleTech #EcoSmart #Cashkr

C. Industry News/Trends:

Did you know? India generates over 1.6 million tonnes of e-waste yearly.
Cashkr is building a sustainable future — one device at a time 🌍
Join us: Sell your unused tech today.
#EwasteIndia #SustainableLiving #Cashkr


Facebook

| Style | Same as Instagram; slightly more explanatory |
| Max Length | ~2,000 characters |
| CTA | “Tap to check value”, “Share with a friend” |

Examples:

A. Referral Campaign:

Got ₹100 just for referring a friend 💸
Every time your friend sells their device on Cashkr, you both earn.
No limits. Just wallet credits and tech upgrades.
Try now → [link]
#ReferralBonus #CashkrWallet #UpgradeTogether


Twitter (X)

| Style | Crisp, formal, 280-character max |
| CTA | “DM us”, “Tap link” |

Examples:

A. Industry Insight:

iPhone 11 resale prices are still strong this quarter.
Selling your old device at the right time = smart cash 💰
#Cashkr #UsedPhonePrices

B. E-Waste Day Awareness:

1 old device = 1 less e-waste pile.
Celebrate #EwasteDay with Cashkr.
Sell it. Save the planet. ♻️📲


LinkedIn

| Style | Professional, value-led |
| Format | Short paragraphs with bullets or breakpoints |
| CTA | “Learn more”, “Sell your phone now” |

Examples:

A. Service Value:

Cashkr simplifies the resale journey.
✅ Instant pricing
✅ Doorstep pickup
✅ On-the-spot payment
Whether you're an individual or an enterprise, our tech-first approach keeps e-waste low and ROI high.
Learn more at [link]

B. Market Trend Insight:

The average Indian smartphone user changes devices every 18–24 months.
But most don't resell — they stash.
We're here to change that with simplicity, speed, and sustainability.
Join the shift. #Cashkr #CircularEconomy #TechForGood


Threads

| Style | Witty, informal |
| Format | Short, punchy posts to spark replies |

Examples:

A. UGC Prompt:

“Your last smartphone was...?”
We’ll go first: Moto G4. 😬

B. Awareness:

That old tab you forgot in a drawer = ₹1500 on Cashkr.
That’s dinner on Zomato AND dessert 😎📲
#CashkrWins


YouTube (Shorts & Community Posts)

| Style | Simple, CTA-driven |
| Shorts Caption Max | ~100 characters |

Examples:

A. Shorts Caption:

Still storing your old phone? 💸
Get cash in minutes. Sell on Cashkr.

B. Community Post:

This week’s most sold phone = iPhone XR
Got one too? Sell it now and get a bonus.
#TechUpgrade #Cashkr


✅ Hashtag Rotation Strategy:

Type

Examples

Branded

#Cashkr #SellWithCashkr #CashkrBonus

Service

#SellOldPhone #InstantCash #TradeInPhone

Geo

#DelhiDeals #MumbaiOffers #HyderabadPickup

Awareness

#RecycleTech #EwasteIndia #TechForGood

Campaign

#DiwaliBonus #ReferralRewards #EcoDiwali


🗂️ Workflow Summary

Task

Tool

Caption writing

Canva or Google Sheet

Review status

Google Sheet tracker

Storage

Same folder as creative in Canva

Weekly updates

Via Robin Reach caption report


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