Can You View Highlights If Stories Are Hidden?

Discover how highlights work when stories are hidden. Are they still accessible? Learn more here!

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If someone hides their story from you, you still can see their highlights provided they're public or shared directly with you. Highlights remain separate from daily stories and thus visibility settings might differ.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What happens to highlights if I hide stories? If you hide your stories, your highlights remain visible to users who are allowed to see them, provided the highlights are public.
  2. Can I control who sees my Instagram highlights? Yes, you can adjust your privacy settings to control who can view your highlights on Instagram.
  3. Are Instagram highlights the same as stories? No, highlights are archived stories that remain visible on your profile, while regular stories disappear after 24 hours.
  4. Can I see highlights from someone's account if they are private? You can only see highlights from a private account if they share them directly with you or allow you to view their profile.

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