How to Turn Off Read Receipts on Instagram

Sometimes, you might prefer not to respond immediately to any message and the 'read receipts' can help maintain your privacy and reduce pressure to reply soon.

This feature gives you more control over messaging. Here's the step-by-step guide on how to disable read receipts on Instagram.

How to Turn Off Read Receipts on Instagram for All Chats

Step 1: Open Instagram and go to your "settings and privacy" if you wish to turn off read receipts for all messages.

Step 2: Next, scroll down until you find "messages and story replies" and tap on it.

Step 3: Then, click on the "Show read receipts" option. You can toggle this setting on or off depending on whether you want to show read receipts for all your messages or DMs on Instagram.

How to Turn Off Read Receipts on Instagram for Specific Chats

Step 1: If you want to disable read receipts for a specific chat, start by opening Instagram and then the chat for which you want to turn off read receipts.

Step 2: Now, click on the profile icon and then go to the privacy and safety options.

Step 3: You will see an option to turn off or on read receipts for this particular chat. Instagram also have the option to toggle the typing indicator. This feature hides when you are typing a message to your friend, adding another layer of privacy.

By following these steps, you can manage your interactions more effectively and maintain better control over your privacy. Adjusting these settings allows you to decide when and how you respond without feeling pressured.