If You Unblock Someone From Seeing Your Story on Instagram
So, you've decided to let someone back into your Instagram story viewing circle. Unblocking someone on Instagram is pretty straightforward, but there are a few things to keep in mind. This guide will walk you through the process and address some common questions.
Understanding Instagram's Blocking Features
Before we dive into unblocking, let's quickly review what blocking actually does. When you block someone on Instagram, they can no longer:
- View your stories: This is the main focus of this article. Your stories will be completely hidden from them.
- See your posts: They won't see any of your public or private posts on your feed.
- Direct message you: They won't be able to send you direct messages.
- Follow you: If they were following you, they'll be unfollowed.
- Find your profile: It will be significantly harder for them to find your profile through searches.
How to Unblock Someone on Instagram to See Your Story
Unblocking someone allows them to see your stories and other content again, reversing all the above limitations. Here's how to do it:
- Open the Instagram app: Launch the Instagram application on your phone.
- Go to your profile: Tap your profile picture in the bottom right corner.
- Access your settings: Tap the three horizontal lines in the top right corner to open the menu. Then, select "Settings."
- Navigate to Privacy: Scroll down and tap "Privacy."
- Find the Blocked Accounts section: Look for "Blocked Accounts" – this section lists everyone you've blocked.
- Locate the person to unblock: Find the person you wish to unblock from the list.
- Unblock them: Tap the "Unblock" button next to their username. A confirmation may appear; confirm your decision.
Important Note: Unblocking someone doesn't automatically mean they'll start seeing your stories immediately. Instagram's algorithms sometimes take a few minutes to update. Also, they need to be following you to see your stories. If they're not following you, they won't see it even if they're unblocked.
What Happens After You Unblock Someone?
Once unblocked, the person will have access to your future stories and posts. However, they will not be able to see any stories that you posted while they were blocked. Think of it as a clean slate for your content visibility for that individual.
Privacy Settings: Maintaining Control Over Your Content
While unblocking someone allows them to view your stories, remember that you always have control over your privacy settings. You can continue to use other privacy features like close friends lists to share content selectively.
This detailed guide ensures that you can manage your Instagram privacy effectively and choose who sees your stories. Remember to always review and adjust your settings to maintain the level of privacy you desire. This will help you better manage your Instagram presence and your online privacy.
