What Happens When You Make Your Instagram Account Public or Private
Tired of getting messages from strangers? Want to share posts just with your friends and family? Switching your Instagram account to private or public can change your whole experience. In this article, we’ll show you what happens when you make your account private or public, and whether there are any better alternatives than changing your account privacy. Ready to take control of your Instagram? Let’s get started.
Note:Professional accounts (business or creator accounts) can’t be private. If you want to make your account private, you need toswitch back to the personal account.
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What Happens When You Make Your Instagram Account Private
When you change your Instagram account from public to private, here are all the changes you can expect.
What Happens When You Make Your Instagram Account Public
Here’s what happens when you make your Instagram public.
Other Privacy-Related Features to Note
In case, you have an issue with a particular user or feature, you don’t have to make your entire account private, here are other options on Instagram that can solve the issue easily. You can find these options on the main page of Instagram settings.
Now that you know what happens when you make your account private or public, here’s how tochange your Instagram account to private or public.
Can I switch back and forth between private and public accounts?Yes, you can switch between private and public at any time. Changes take effect immediately.
Will my current followers be affected if I switch to private?No, current followers will remain. New users will need to send follow requests.
Can people still find my account when it’s private?People can search for your account, but they will only see your profile picture and bio, not your posts.
Why is my Instagram account is private by default?Instagram automatically sets accounts for users under 16 (or under 18 in certain countries) to private by default. This helps protect young users from unwanted interactions.
Ravi Teja KNTS
Tech writer with over 4 years of experience at TechWiser, where he has authored more than 700 articles on AI, Google apps, Chrome OS, Discord, and Android. His journey started with a passion for discussing technology and helping others in online forums, which naturally grew into a career in tech journalism. Ravi’s writing focuses on simplifying technology, making it accessible and jargon-free for readers. When he’s not breaking down the latest tech, he’s often immersed in a classic film – a true cinephile at heart.
