Unlocking Instagram- How to Enable Messages from Everyone and Expand Your Social Reach
How to Allow Messages from Everyone on Instagram
In today’s digital age, Instagram has become a popular platform for connecting with friends, family, and even strangers. However, by default, Instagram restricts direct messages to only those who follow you. If you want to receive messages from anyone on Instagram, you’ll need to adjust your privacy settings. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to allow messages from everyone on Instagram.
Step 1: Open Instagram App
First, open the Instagram app on your smartphone. Ensure that you are logged in to your account.
Step 2: Go to Your Profile
Tap on the profile icon located at the bottom right corner of the screen. This will take you to your profile page.
Step 3: Access Privacy Settings
In your profile page, tap on the three horizontal lines located at the top right corner. This will open the menu. Scroll down and tap on “Privacy.”
Step 4: Adjust Direct Messaging Settings
In the Privacy settings, you will see various options. Tap on “Direct Messaging” to adjust your direct messaging settings.
Step 5: Change Message Recipients
Under the “Message Recipients” section, you will find the option “Allow Messages from.” By default, it is set to “People You Follow.” Tap on it, and you will see a list of options. Select “Everyone” to allow messages from anyone on Instagram.
Step 6: Save Changes
After selecting “Everyone,” tap on the back button to go back to the previous screen. Then, tap on the “Save” button at the top right corner to save your changes.
Step 7: Confirm Changes
A confirmation message will appear, asking you to confirm your changes. Tap on “Yes” to proceed.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have successfully allowed messages from everyone on Instagram. Now, you can receive messages from anyone who wants to connect with you on the platform. Remember that being open to messages from everyone may increase the risk of receiving spam or unwanted messages. Use your judgment and report any suspicious or inappropriate messages to keep your Instagram experience enjoyable and safe.
