Are you tired of unwanted comments or likes on your Instagram posts from certain people? Do you want to keep your posts private? Whether it’s your ex-partner, coworker, or nosy family member, Instagram lets you hide posts from specific users. In this article, we will show you how to hide someone’s posts on Instagram in several ways.
Well, when you hide a post from someone on Instagram, the specific user(s) won’t be able to see the post you’ve hidden from them in their feed, Discover, or your profile. However, your post will still be visible to other users on the platform. Here’s how to do it.
Note: Changing settings on your desktop automatically syncs with your mobile device, so you don’t have to follow the same methods on your mobile device as you do on your computer to table.
Method 1: Block the user you want to hide your IG posts from
It’s pretty easy to block someone on Instagram; when you do, they can’t see your profile, posts or stories. This can be useful if you’re trying to keep your content private to a specific person. Follow the steps below.
On desktop
Step 1: Go to Instagram from your favorite browser and log in to your account.
Step 2: Navigate to the account you want to block by searching or using feed.
Step 3: Once in their profile, tap the Options button (three dots icon).
Step 4: From the pop-up window, select Block.
Step 5: In the confirmation window, select Block.
That’s it. You have blocked the user from accessing your Instagram account. If you don’t have desktop access or use Instagram on mobile, check out the following method.
On Instagram mobile app
While you can follow the steps from the desktop method on your mobile device to block someone on Instagram, there is also another method to do so on the iOS or Android app. Follow up for more.
Step 1: Launch the Instagram app.
Step 2: Navigate to your profile from the bottom navigation bar.
Step 3: In the profile, tap the hamburger menu and select Settings.
Step 4: In the Settings screen, select Privacy.
Step 5: On the next screen, scroll down and select Blocked Accounts under Connections.
You will see a list of blocked accounts (if any). You can tap the Unblock button to quickly unblock someone on Instagram. However, if you want to block someone, follow the steps below.
Step 6: Tap the + (plus sign) button in the top right corner.
Step 7: Select the account you want to Block and click the Block button next to it.
Note: You can search for accounts from the top for quick access.
Step 8: In ‘Blocks [Username]?’ prompt, select Block [Username] and select Block.
Note: If you want to block additional accounts that this particular account owns or will create in the future, select ‘Block [Username] and other accounts they may have or create’ preferences.
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With this, the account will be blocked, never to be seen again on Instagram until you unblock it, paving the way for hiding posts from someone on Instagram. If you don’t want to block but still want to hide someone’s posts on Instagram, see the next method.
Also read: 9 Instagram privacy settings you should know
Method 2: Make your Instagram account private and remove followers
Making your Instagram account private is an easy way to control who can see your content and interact with you on the platform. Follow the steps below to make your Instagram account private and remove followers that you no longer want to give access to your content.
Before you get started, it’s important to note that when creating an Instagram account, you can choose between a public or private account. By default, a private account is granted when you are under 16 years old. Conversely, if you are over 16 years old, your Instagram account is public by default and you can change it at any time.
Note: Business profiles cannot make their accounts private. To make your business profile private, go back to your personal profile. We have comprehensively covered how to disable a business account on Instagram.
On desktop
Step 1: Go to Instagram from your favorite browser and log in to your account.
Step 2: Click the Add button in the bottom left corner.
Step 3: From the expanded menu, select Settings.
Step 4: In Settings, go to Privacy & Security.
Step 5: In the right pane, under Account Privacy, check the box for Private Account.
Step 6: From the ‘Switch to private account’ pop-up, select Switch to private.
You have now made your account private. It’s time to remove the follower you want to hide your post from. Continue with the steps below.
Step 7: Go to your profile from the left pane and click Followers.
Step 8: From the list of followers, click Remove next to the user you want to hide your post from.
Your go. You have successfully made your account private and removed it from your follower list. If you are using a mobile device, follow the steps mentioned below.
On mobile
Step 1: Launch the Instagram app.
Step 2: Navigate to your profile from the bottom navigation bar.
Step 3: In the profile, tap the hamburger menu and select Settings.
Step 4: In the Settings screen, select Privacy.
Step 5: Under Privacy, enable the Private Account option.
Step 6: From the ‘Switch to private account?’ section, tap the ‘Switch to Private account’ button.
Now that you’ve made your account private, it’s time to remove the users you don’t want to see your posts, stories or stories.
Step 7: Go to your profile from the bottom navigation and tap on Followers. From the list of followers, tap Remove.
Step 9: From the bottom panel, select Delete to confirm.
There you have it. Your account is now private; Only your followers can see your posts, reels and stories. If you want to hide your story from specific people who are following you on Instagram, move on to the next method.
Method 3: Hide your Instagram stories from someone
For starters, it’s essential to realize that there’s a difference between hiding a story and blocking someone. Blocking someone will prevent them from seeing your profile or posts. If you don’t want them to see your posts, check out the methods outlined above.
However, follow the steps below if it’s just stories you’ve hidden from them.
On desktop
Before that, the web version of Instagram didn’t have the option to edit the Stories settings. However, it was added recently and you can follow the steps to change the settings.
Step 1: Go to Instagram from your favorite browser and log in to your account.
Step 2: Click the More button in the bottom left corner.
Step 3: From the expanded menu, select Settings.
Step 4: In Settings, go to Privacy & Security.
Step 5: From the list of options, click Edit story settings from the right pane.
Step 6: In Story Settings, click [N] people next to ‘Hide story from.’
Step 7: Select the account where you want to hide stories from showing in the pop-up.
Note: You can also search for the account you want to hide from the search box.
Additionally, you can also choose who to hide your story from when you’re seeing who’s viewed your story. Tap the three-dot icon to the right of their name and select Hide your story and then tap Hide.
On Android or iOS app
Step 1: Launch the Instagram app.
Step 2: Navigate to your profile from the bottom navigation bar.
Step 3: In the profile, tap the hamburger menu at the top right.
Step 4: From the bottom panel, select Settings.
Step 5: In the Settings screen, select Privacy.
Step 6: Under Privacy, go to Stories.
Step 7: In the Stories screen, under Watching, tap the number of people next to ‘Hide story from.’
Step 8: From the list of people, select the people you want to hide your story from.
Your go. You’ve added a user you don’t want to see your story on on Instagram. If you have any questions, check out the FAQ section below.
FAQ about hiding someone’s posts on Instagram
1. Can you hide an Instagram post from a person without blocking them?
Yes, you can hide an Instagram post from a person without blocking using the Restrict feature. Open the Instagram app > access the profile you want to restrict > tap the following button > from the bottom panel select Restrict > select the Restrict Account button. It is important to note that the person you are restricting or not restricting will not be notified.
2. Can you follow someone but hide their posts?
Yes, you can follow someone but still hide their posts from appearing on your feed using the Mute feature. We’ve covered this comprehensively in our guide to how Instagram Mute works; check it out.
3. Can someone see your stories after you hide them on Instagram?
No, if you hide someone on Instagram, they won’t be able to see your posts and stories. However, if you shared your story with them before it was hidden, they will still be able to see it until your story expires or is deleted.
Set your privacy on Instagram
By knowing how to hide someone’s posts on Instagram, you can effectively control who sees your content, maintain your privacy, and enjoy a more personalized and secure social media experience . You may also want to read how to pin comments on Instagram.
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