What Happens When You Restrict Someone on Instagram?

Learn what it means to restrict someone on Instagram and how it affects your interactions and visibility.

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Restricting someone on Instagram limits their interactions with you. They can still see your posts and comment on them, but their comments will only be visible to them unless you approve them. Messages from them will go to your Message Requests and won't trigger notifications. Additionally, they won't see when you're active or if you've read their messages.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can the person I restrict see my Instagram profile? Yes, they can still view your profile and posts, but their comments will be hidden from others unless approved.
  2. Does restricting someone on Instagram notify them? No, restricting someone does not send a notification to that person.
  3. What is the difference between restricting and blocking someone on Instagram? Restricting limits interactions but does not cut off access entirely, while blocking prevents all contact and visibility.
  4. Can I see messages from someone I’ve restricted? Yes, messages will go to your Message Requests, and you will not receive notifications from them.

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