How to Hide Your Instagram Account without Deleting It: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to hide your Instagram account without deleting it by switching to private and managing followers.

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To hide your Instagram account without deleting it, switch to a private account and remove unwanted followers. Go to Settings > Privacy > Account Privacy and turn on Private Account. To further limit visibility, disable activity status and restrict story views.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I hide my Instagram profile without deleting it? Yes, you can switch to a private account to hide your profile.
  2. What happens when I make my Instagram account private? Only approved followers can see your posts and stories when your account is private.
  3. How do I restrict who can see my Instagram stories? You can manage your story visibility through the privacy settings in your account.
  4. How do I remove followers on Instagram? Go to your list of followers, tap the three dots next to the follower's name, and select 'Remove.'

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