You can, if you want, disable replies to your Instagram Stories on your iPhone or Android phone. Here's what you need to do.
You Can Disable Replies Completely or Receive from Those Who You Follow Back on Instagram, Here's How You Do it
Getting replies on that food story you posted on Instagram is something which makes anyone's day. But it can ruin it too, if they are completely unwanted replies. If you believe that you have reached a point where you want to disable replies on your Instagram Stories, then here's what you need to do right now.
Tutorial
Step 1. On your iPhone or Android phone, launch Instagram
Step 2. Tap on your profile button on the bottom right
Step 3. Now tap on the triple dash icon on the top right and then select Settings
Step 4. Navigate to Privacy > Story
Step 5. Under Replying, select either Followers, Followers You Follow Back or Off. Since you want to disable replies, therefore choose between the last two options, wisely
This is a great little feature on Instagram which proves to be handy for a lot of people out there. The best option to go with here is the one that allows you to receive replies from people who you follow back. Disabling replies completely is the nuclear option, and perfect for times when you want to block everything out.
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