How to turn off Suggested Posts on Instagram

Sometimes, Instagram shows suggested posts in your feed, which can be annoying if you only want to see posts from people you follow. Luckily, there’s an easy way to remove these suggested posts. Follow the steps below to take control of your feed.

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Step 1: Open the Instagram App

The first thing you need to do is open your Instagram app on your phone.

Step 2: Find a Suggested Post

Scroll through your feed until you find a suggested post. These are posts that come from accounts you don’t follow.

Step 3: Tap the “X” Icon

When you see a suggested post, tap the small “X” icon on the top right of the post.

Step 4: Choose “Don’t Suggest Post”

After you tap the “X”, a few options will pop up. Choose the option that says, “Don’t suggest post.” This will stop Instagram from showing posts like this in the future.

Step 5: View Only Posts from People You Follow

If you want to go a step further and only see posts from accounts you follow:

  • Tap the Instagram logo at the top of your screen.
  • From the menu that appears, select “Following.” Now, your feed will only show posts from people you follow, and you won’t see any suggested posts.

Conclusion:

By following these steps, you can easily manage what shows up in your Instagram feed. Whether you just want to hide a few suggested posts or stop seeing them entirely, it’s simple to take control. Enjoy a cleaner, more personalized feed!