How to Control Who Sees Your Instagram Story

Learn how to manage your Instagram story privacy settings and control who can view your content.

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If your Instagram account is set to public, anyone can view your story, even if they're not your friend. To restrict who sees your stories, set your account to private or use the 'Close Friends' feature.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can people who don’t follow me see my Instagram stories? Yes, if your Instagram account is public, anyone can view your stories, even if they're not following you.
  2. How do I make my Instagram account private? You can make your account private in the settings under 'Privacy' by toggling the option to 'Private Account'.
  3. What is the Close Friends feature on Instagram? The Close Friends feature allows you to share stories with a select group of people, ensuring your content is only visible to them.

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For more tips on protecting your social media presence, check out our guides on Instagram privacy features and managing your account settings.

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