Understanding Instagram's Message Requests: What Happens When You Turn Them Off?

Learn how turning off message requests on Instagram enhances your privacy and reduces spam.

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Turning off message requests on Instagram prevents unknown users from sending you messages. Only people you follow will be able to send you direct messages, enhancing your privacy and reducing spam. To do this, go to your profile, tap on the menu, select 'Settings,' then 'Privacy,' and finally 'Messages.' Here you can manage message requests under 'Allow new message requests.'

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I turn off message requests on Instagram? Go to your profile, tap on the menu, select 'Settings,' then 'Privacy,' and finally 'Messages' to manage message requests.
  2. Will I still receive messages from people I don’t follow? No, turning off message requests means only users you follow can send you direct messages.
  3. Can I still receive notifications for message requests? No, when you turn off message requests, you will not receive notifications from users you do not follow.
  4. What are the benefits of turning off message requests on Instagram? It enhances your privacy by preventing spam and unsolicited messages from unknown users.

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