Does Deleting an Instagram Story Remove It for Everyone?
Learn what happens when you delete an Instagram story and how it affects viewers in this quick Q&A.
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When you delete a story on Instagram, it is removed from your profile, and viewers will no longer be able to see it. If someone is currently watching your story when you delete it, it may still display for them until they refresh their feed. Deleting the story also removes all associated views and interactions, so ensure you're certain before doing so.
FAQs & Answers
- Can someone see my story if I delete it while they're watching? Yes, if someone is currently watching your story when you delete it, it may still display for them until they refresh.
- What happens to views when I delete an Instagram story? Deleting the story removes all associated views and interactions, meaning you won't retain any data on who viewed it after deletion.
- Is there a way to recover a deleted Instagram story? No, once an Instagram story is deleted, it cannot be recovered or restored.
- How long does an Instagram story stay visible? An Instagram story typically stays visible for 24 hours unless deleted beforehand.