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Uploading photos and videos on Instagram from your iPhone or iPad is a great way to stay connected with friends and family. However, it opens your account to the public, and anyone can view your posts. By enabling a private account on Instagram, you can limit your posts to only your followers. This feature, when enabled on your iOS device, prevents unknown users from viewing your photos and videos, making it a more secure platform. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to enable a private account on Instagram on your iPhone or iPad.
Steps to Enable Private Account in Instagram on Your iPhone or iPad
Follow these simple steps to enable a private account on your iPhone or iPad:
Step 1 – Launch Instagram on your iOS device
Locate the Instagram app on your iPhone or iPad and tap to launch.
Step 2 – Go to profile
Click on the profile icon located at the bottom right of your screen.
Step 3 – Access settings
Click on the settings icon located at the top right corner of the screen.
Step 4 – Toggle on Private Account
Scroll down to the “Account” tab and toggle on the Private Account option. Once you toggle on the “Private Account” setting on your device, only your approved followers can view your posts.
Step 5 – Your account is now private
By following these steps, you have successfully enabled a private account on your Instagram app. Congratulations!
Now, you can upload photos and videos that are visible only to your followers. You can still search for other users and follow them or request to follow them. However, they will not be able to view your posts unless you approve them as a follower.
FAQs
1. Can I make my Instagram account public again after setting it to private?
Yes, you can make your Instagram account public again by following the same steps to disable the private account setting.
2. What happens to my existing followers when I enable a private account on Instagram?
Your existing followers will remain in your followers’ list and can continue to view your posts if you enable the private account feature. If you want to remove any of your existing followers, you can do so individually by going to your followers’ list.