THE Duke and Duchess of Sussex have set up their own official Instagram account.

Since it was launched on Tuesday, they have gained one million followers.

The pair have posted pictures of them travelling the world on royal engagements.

Harry and Meghan, who are expecting a baby this month, said @SussexRoyal would be used to share the work that drives them, and important announcements.

Meghan and Harry’s new household will be based at Buckingham Palace, while William, the future King, and Kate will remain at Kensington Palace.

In a message on their first post, Harry and Meghan thanked people for their support, saying: “Welcome to our official Instagram; we look forward to sharing the work that drives us, the causes we support, important announcements, and the opportunity to shine a light on key issues.

“We thank you for your support, and welcome you to @sussexroyal.”- Harry & Meghan.”

It was accompanied by an image bearing a white version of the couple’s royal cypher - the entwined initials H and M below a coronet - on a navy background.

Kensington Palace’s Twitter feed introduced the new account, saying: “Welcome to Instagram, SussexRoyal!”

The former Suits star used to have her own personal Twitter and Instagram accounts, as well as a lifestyle website thetig.com, but closed them down ahead of her wedding to Harry.

The Sussexes' new Instagram account has been introduced less than a month after the royal family published new guidelines for members of the public interacting with them on social media.

It warned that trolls who post offensive or abusive messages on official royal channels will be blocked, and may even be reported to the police.

This followed news that Kensington Palace staff were spending hours each week moderating online abuse aimed at Kate and pregnant Meghan.