Note: If you are under 16 when you sign up for an Instagram account, you’ll have the option to choose between a public or private account, but
Private is selected by default.
If you’re over 16, your Instagram account is public by default and you can choose to make your account private at any time. Learn more about how to make your account private below.
To make your account private:
Tap
or your profile picture in the bottom right to go to your profile.
- Tap in the top right, then tap Settings.
- Tap Privacy, then tap Account Privacy.
- Tap next to Private Account to make your account private.
Keep in mind that business profiles aren't able to make their accounts private. If you want to make your business account private, first switch back to a personal account.