How to Make a Group Chat on Instagram

Want to connect with your friends, family or colleagues on Instagram? Creating a group chat is a great way to communicate with multiple people at once and even make video calls. In this article, we will show you how to create a group chat on Instagram.

You might ask why you want group chat on Instagram? Well, maybe you want to plan a trip with friends or discuss ideas with teammates about a project. Perhaps you want to create a space where people with similar interests can meet. Whatever the reason, we’ll walk you through the process in this step-by-step guide. Let’s get started.

Note: We are covering all the steps on Android, but the steps are the same on iOS.

How to create a Group Chat on Instagram

Like WhatsApp, creating group chats on Instagram on desktop and mobile is easy. Here’s how to do it.

Note: Once the group is formed, you must send a message to create the group, or your newly formed group chat will disappear.

On desktop

Step 1: Open Instagram in your preferred browser on your Windows or Mac computer and sign in to your account.

Open Instagram

Step 2: From the sidebar, go to Messages.

Step 3: Click on the Create message icon (pencil).

Step 4: Search or select people from the list in the New Message pop-up and, once selected, click Next.

Step 5: Now send a message in the group chat to get started.

That’s it. Your Instagram group has been created. From here, you can send photos, videos, and messages to the group and chat effectively.

On mobile

Creating an Instagram group chat on mobile is similar to creating a chat on desktop. Follow the steps below.

Step 1: Launch the Instagram app and go to the direct message icon in the top right corner.

Step 2: Tap the New Message icon (pencil), search for or choose from the list of people on the next screen and select ‘Create group chat’.

Step 3: Choose a name (optional) for the group and send a message to the group to get started.

Your go. You have successfully created a group chat on Instagram. Now send a message to the group to create it.

Once created, you (the admin) have group settings to tweak everything. This includes changing the group name, profile picture, adding or removing people, etc. Check out the next method if you want to start by giving your newly created group a name.

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How to name Instagram Group Chats

If you didn’t name the group during setup, or if you gave it a name and now want to change it to something else, follow the steps below.

Step 1: Launch the Instagram app and go to the direct message icon in the top right corner.

Step 2: In Messages, tap the group you created. In the group, tap the group name at the top.

Step 3: In the Details section, Chat settings section, select and delete the old name, enter the new name of the group and then press Done.

That’s it. You have renamed or named your Instagram group chat fluently. If you want to change the group picture, go to the next method.

How to change group photo on Instagram

You can also add or remove group photos. If you’re adding an image, make sure it’s already on your phone for quick access. Follow the instructions below.

Step 1: Launch Instagram on your Android or iOS device and go to the DM icon in the top right corner.

Step 2: In Messages, tap the group you created. In the group, tap ‘View group members.’

Step 3: Tap ‘Change group photo’ in the Details screen. In the Change group photo pop-up, select ‘Choose from gallery.’

Step 4: From Gallery, select the photo you want to add as a group photo, and finally click the Done button (arrow) in the top right corner.

That’s about it. You changed the group photo on Instagram. If it’s not the group photo you want to change but want to add someone to the group, move on to the next method.

Add people to an existing Instagram Group Chat

The Instagram group settings provide many options for group admins to have control over the group. This also includes adding or removing users from the group. The steps are pretty easy to follow.

Step 1: Launch Instagram and tap the direct message icon in the top right corner.

Step 2: In Messages, tap on the group you created and tap ‘View group members.’

Step 3: Under Members, tap Add person and on the next screen select from the list of people and tap Done.

Tip: You can also send an invitation link via direct message on Instagram or on any other platform if you want to add a large group.

Step 4: In the Add section [username]? The window pops up, select OK.

Your go. You’ve easily added a user to an existing group chat on Instagram. If you want to remove someone from your Instagram group, keep reading.

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How to remove someone from Instagram chat

Removing someone from a group chat on Instagram is no different than adding someone. Follow the instructions below.

Step 1: Launch Instagram on your Android or iOS device and go to the direct message icon in the top right corner.

Step 2: In Messages, tap on the group you created and tap ‘View group members.’

Step 3: Under Members, tap the three-dot icon next to the user you want to remove. From the bottom panel, select Remove user.

There you have it. You removed a user from your Instagram group. If it’s not the user you want to remove but yourself, move on to the next method.

How to leave a group chat on Instagram

Leaving a group chat on Instagram is pretty straightforward. However, it should be noted that once you leave the group, there is no direct way to rejoin; one (admin) must add you back to the group whenever you want to come back. Follow the steps mentioned below.

Step 1: Launch Instagram on your Android or iOS device and go to the direct message icon in the top right corner.

Step 2: In Messages, tap on the group you created and tap ‘View group members.’

If you’re an admin, Instagram will randomly assign someone in the group as an admin if you don’t designate anyone in the group. If you want to set someone up as an admin before you leave, continue with the steps below.

Step 3: Under Members, tap the three-dot icon. From the bottom panel, select Make admin.

Step 3: Now, tap Leave Conversation. From the pop-up, select Leave.

Your go. You will be removed from the Instagram group immediately. If you have any questions that we have missed addressed in the above article. Check out the FAQ section below.

FAQ for creating a Group Chat on Instagram

1. What is the limit on the number of people in the chat group on Instagram?

Instagram allows adding up to 32 people to a group chat. This includes the person who created the group chat. Once the 32 person limit is reached, you won’t be able to add any more members to the group chat.

2. Can you leave the Instagram group without anyone knowing?

Yes, you can leave a group chat on Instagram without anyone knowing. When you leave a group chat, Instagram won’t notify other members that you’ve left. However, they may notice your absence from the chat if they try to message you or if they see your profile picture missing from the chat.

Create your tribe

Whether you’re a professional Instagram user or just starting out, knowing how to create group chats on Instagram is a convenient and fun way to connect with family, friends, and colleagues. Why not start your group chat today and start chatting with your family and friends? You may also want to read how to use collaborative collections on Instagram.

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