What is restrict on instagram?

Instagram's "Restrict" feature is a privacy tool designed to help users manage unwanted interactions without completely blocking someone. Here's what it does:

  • Hides offensive comments: Comments from restricted accounts are only visible to the commenter themselves. Other followers won't see them.

  • Keeps DMs hidden: Direct messages from restricted accounts are sent to your message requests inbox, rather than your main inbox. You can choose to view them or ignore them.

  • No notification: You won't receive notifications for comments or DMs from a restricted account. This helps to avoid further unwanted engagement.

  • Allows you to continue interacting (optional): While you won't see the offensive content publicly, you can still choose to view the hidden comments and messages, reply to them privately, or unblock the user at any time.

In short: Restrict lets you filter out negativity and unwanted attention without resorting to blocking, which might escalate the situation. It's a less confrontational approach to managing unwanted interactions on Instagram.