Can Non-Friends View My Instagram Reels? Complete Guide

Discover who can see your Instagram reels based on your account privacy settings.

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Non friends can see your reels if your account is set to public. This means anyone on the platform can view, like, and comment on your reels. If your account is private, only your approved followers can see your reels. To change your account settings, go to your profile, tap the menu icon, select Settings, then Privacy, and adjust your Account Privacy accordingly.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What does a private account mean on Instagram? A private account on Instagram means only approved followers can see your content, including reels.
  2. Can anyone comment on my reels? Anyone can comment on your reels if your account is public; otherwise, only your followers can.
  3. How do I make my Instagram account public? To make your account public, go to your profile, tap the menu icon, select Settings, and adjust your privacy settings.
  4. Can I control who sees my reels? Yes, by setting your account to private, you can control who views your reels—only approved followers will have access.