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ANTI-BULLYING

Instagram stands against online bullying

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TOOLS TO FIGHT BULLYING

We're committed to protecting you from bullying on Instagram. Learn more about the features and tools we've developed to keep you safe.

Restrict

Restrict a person's ability to comment on your posts or send you a Direct message. People aren't notified when you restrict them.

Report

If you see something that violates our Community Guidelines, report it so our team can review it and take action. People aren't notified when you report them.

Block

When you block someone , they won't be able to see your profile, posts, or Stories on Instagram. People aren't notified when you block them.

Auto-Hide Comments

We detect and automatically hide offensive comments on your posts.

EVERYONE IS WELCOME

It's our responsibility to foster a safe and supportive community for everyone.

  • SAFETY

    Our safety tools give you control over things like who can see or comment on your content, and help you filter out negative words.

  • PARENTS

    We've created a Parent's Guide that explains how Instagram works, and demonstrates the tools we've built to help keep your teen safe on Instagram.

  • PROGRAMS

    We support our community by educating people on ways to have a safe and positive experience on Instagram.