How to Make Instagram Account Private

By Dharmesh Patel Dec 18, 2022

Open the Instagram app on your device. This can be a phone, tablet, or other device that has the Instagram app installed.

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Tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner of the screen to go to your profile. This is the icon that looks like a person's head and shoulders.

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Tap the three horizontal lines in the top right corner of the screen, then tap "Settings." This will open the Settings menu for your account.

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Scroll down and tap "Privacy." This will open the Privacy settings for your account.

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Tap "Account Privacy." This will allow you to change the privacy settings for your account.

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Toggle the "Private Account" switch to the "On" position. This will make your account private, meaning that only users who you approve can see your photos and videos.

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Tap "Done" to save your changes. This will save the changes you made to the privacy settings for your account.

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Once your account is private, only users who you approve can see your photos and videos.

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