Can Random People DM You on Instagram? Your Privacy Questions Answered

Discover how DMs work on Instagram and learn how to manage your privacy settings effectively.

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Yes, random people can DM you on Instagram. However, messages from people you don't follow will appear in a separate 'Requests' folder. You have the option to either accept or decline these messages, and can also adjust your privacy settings to control who can send you DMs.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I check my Instagram message requests? You can find message requests by going to your Direct Messages section and selecting the 'Requests' tab.
  2. Can I stop random people from messaging me on Instagram? Yes, you can adjust your privacy settings to limit who can send you direct messages.
  3. What happens if I decline a DM request on Instagram? If you decline a DM request, the sender will not know, and you will not receive any further messages from them.
  4. Are Instagram DMs private? Yes, Instagram DMs are private, but privacy settings can affect who can contact you.

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