{"id":24876,"date":"2023-10-28T05:11:18","date_gmt":"2023-10-28T11:11:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/?p=24876"},"modified":"2024-04-30T00:21:18","modified_gmt":"2024-04-30T06:21:18","slug":"how-to-turn-off-comments-on-instagram","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/how-to-turn-off-comments-on-instagram","title":{"rendered":"How To Turn Off Comments on Instagram Posts &#038; Live?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Nowadays, anyone can use Instagram to express themselves in other people&#8217;s comments. It is a way of communicating with others and maintaining a presence online. For content creators on the platform, Instagram comments can be beneficial as <a href=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/how-to-get-more-comments-on-instagram\">they help boost engagement<\/a> and contribute to a better post reach.<\/p>\n<p>However, as with any social media app, this freedom of expression can sometimes attract unwanted comments and negativity, resulting in an unsettling Instagram experience.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re concerned with how people are receiving your content online, in this article, you can learn how to turn off comments on Instagram, fostering a more respectful environment for all.<\/p>\n<h2><b><span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Basic Steps<\/span> To Comment Control<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-24978\" src=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/disable-comments-on-instagram-900x600.png\" alt=\"control instagram comments by turning them off\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/disable-comments-on-instagram-900x600.png 900w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/disable-comments-on-instagram-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/disable-comments-on-instagram-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/disable-comments-on-instagram-1536x1025.png 1536w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/disable-comments-on-instagram-2048x1366.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Managing comments on Instagram posts has never been easier, with the platform allowing users to turn off comments completely to minimize outside influence. You can disable comments while creating the post or even after publishing it.<\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Turning Off Comments During <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Post-Creation<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>If you&#8217;re someone who values having control over the comments that appear on your posts, you have the option of turning off comments before making your post public.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:0px\">\n<p><em>Here is how:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Begin with the usual process of making an IG post.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Once you have <strong>finished<\/strong> editing the post and are ready to <strong>publish<\/strong>, head to the <strong>Advanced Settings<\/strong> option at the bottom of your screen and <strong>tap<\/strong> on it.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> <strong>Next,<\/strong> go to the <strong>comments section<\/strong>. Tap the comment button and turn it <strong>blue<\/strong>. You have successfully turned the <strong>comments off<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Now, navigate to the top left of the screen and <strong>tap on the arrow<\/strong> to go back to the sharing button.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Tap <strong>share<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Please note that turning off comments before posting your content is not a permanent action. In case you change your mind, you can undo this feature by accessing the three dots menu located at the top right of your post and selecting the &#8220;Turn on commenting&#8221; button from the list.<\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Disabling Comments For <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Already Published Posts<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Did you forget to turn off comments before publishing your post? Or maybe you&#8217;ve changed your mind and now want to disable comments on a post that&#8217;s already been shared? Don&#8217;t worry; it&#8217;s possible to turn off comments even after a post has been published.<\/p>\n<p><em>Here is how:<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"sue-panel\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:0px;-moz-border-radius:0px;-webkit-border-radius:0px;box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;-moz-box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;-webkit-box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc\"><div class=\"sue-panel-content su-u-trim\" style=\"padding:15px;text-align:left\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step #1: <\/strong><\/span>Begin by going to your <strong>IG profile<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17727\" src=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Click-Profile-600x382.jpg\" alt=\"Click Profile\" width=\"600\" height=\"382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Click-Profile-600x382.jpg 600w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Click-Profile-768x489.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Click-Profile.jpg 828w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"sue-panel\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:0px;-moz-border-radius:0px;-webkit-border-radius:0px;box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;-moz-box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;-webkit-box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc\"><div class=\"sue-panel-content su-u-trim\" style=\"padding:15px;text-align:left\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step #2: <\/strong><\/span>Locate the <strong>post<\/strong> in which you want to disable comments.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-20620\" src=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Find-the-Post-600x608.jpg\" alt=\"Find the Post\" width=\"600\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Find-the-Post-600x608.jpg 600w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Find-the-Post-768x778.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Find-the-Post.jpg 828w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"sue-panel\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:0px;-moz-border-radius:0px;-webkit-border-radius:0px;box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;-moz-box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;-webkit-box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc\"><div class=\"sue-panel-content su-u-trim\" style=\"padding:15px;text-align:left\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step #3: <\/strong><\/span>Tap on the <strong>three dots<\/strong> in the upper right corner.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26773\" src=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Three-Dots-600x395.jpg\" alt=\"Three Dots\" width=\"600\" height=\"395\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Three-Dots-600x395.jpg 600w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Three-Dots-768x506.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Three-Dots.jpg 828w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"sue-panel\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#333333;border-radius:0px;-moz-border-radius:0px;-webkit-border-radius:0px;box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;-moz-box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;-webkit-box-shadow:0px 1px 2px #eeeeee;border:1px solid #cccccc\"><div class=\"sue-panel-content su-u-trim\" style=\"padding:15px;text-align:left\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Step #4: <\/strong><\/span>In the menu that appears, select &#8220;<strong>Turn off commenting<\/strong>.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-35562\" src=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Turn-off-commenting-600x412.jpg\" alt=\"Turn off commenting\" width=\"600\" height=\"412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Turn-off-commenting-600x412.jpg 600w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Turn-off-commenting-768x528.jpg 768w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Turn-off-commenting.jpg 828w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>Now you&#8217;re set. Users can no longer see or comment on your Instagram post. Once again, if you change your mind, you can always turn comments on by following the procedure explained in the previous section.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, remember that when comments are turned off on an Instagram post, they are hidden and not removed. Once commenting is re-enabled, the comments become visible again.<\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Can You Disable Comments for <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">all Your Posts?<\/span>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>As of 2023, Instagram does not provide a built-in feature to disable comments on your posts altogether. Turning off comments for all your posts is feasible only if done individually, for each post, or by a third-party app. We will uncover the latter in the following sections.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #5339d3;\"><b>Combating Negative Interactions<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Nowadays, there are multiple features on Instagram to control bullying and trolling in comments. Thanks to these, Instagram has become a safer and more enjoyable place for people to share their experiences and connect with others.<\/p>\n<p>If you are facing users with malicious intent, we are here to show you how to block comments with offensive language or hide those containing inappropriate content.<\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Blocking Comments with <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Offensive Language<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>With the rise of social media, the possibility of spreading hate or using offensive language has become a significant challenge in creating a positive online atmosphere. Recognizing this issue, Instagram has taken measures to address it, including the ability to block comments on its platform.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:0px\">\n<p>The procedure for blocking a comment is simple.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Begin by <strong>swiping left<\/strong> on the comment you want to block.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Then, tap on the <strong>middle gray option<\/strong> from the three available.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> You will be sent to a menu where you can report the comment, <strong>restrict the user<\/strong>, or block them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>You can also undo all three actions.<\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Hiding Comments with <span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Inappropriate Content<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Though only a few users are aware, alternating between what can and cannot be exposed on Instagram is a feature made available a while ago on the platform.<\/p>\n<p>Users can leverage default comment filters, manually filter specific words or phrases, and use keyword moderation tools to hide comments with inappropriate content. Here is how you can do that.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:0px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> First, go to your <strong>profile<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Tap on the <strong>three-line<\/strong> menu in the upper right corner of the screen.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Choose &#8220;<strong>Settings and privacy<\/strong>&#8221; from the list.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Find the &#8220;<strong>Hidden Words<\/strong>&#8221; bar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Instagram has identified potential comments that go against <a href=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/instagram-community-guidelines\">Community Guidelines<\/a>, i.e., are considered offensive, inappropriate, or disrespectful. As such, they can be hidden automatically. To enable this feature, navigate to the &#8220;Hidden words&#8221; page and toggle on the &#8220;Hide comments&#8221; button.<\/p>\n<p>Once you have tapped on it, the button will turn blue. To further enhance comment management, tap the &#8220;Advanced comment filtering.&#8221; As the name suggests, this option enables an advanced filtering of the comments you receive in your posts.<\/p>\n<p>In cases where you are still not satisfied with the words or phrases hidden by IG, you can indicate specific keywords yourself, the usage of which will automatically cause a comment to be deleted.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:0px\">\n<p><em><strong>This feature can be activated as follows:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> While still on the &#8220;Hidden words&#8221; page, navigate to the bottom, where you will find the custom words and phrases managing button.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Add words or phrases separated by commas.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> You will be shown a list for each addition you make.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Return to turn on the &#8220;Hide comments&#8221; button in that section.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Once enabled, Instagram will automatically censor words you&#8217;ve identified as offensive. You can modify the list as needed, seamlessly controlling what comments appear in your posts.<\/p>\n<h2><b><span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Managing<\/span> Live Session Interactions<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-24976\" src=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/turn-off-comments-on-Instagram-Live-900x600.png\" alt=\"steps to stop comments on Instagram live\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/turn-off-comments-on-Instagram-Live-900x600.png 900w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/turn-off-comments-on-Instagram-Live-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/turn-off-comments-on-Instagram-Live-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/turn-off-comments-on-Instagram-Live-1536x1024.png 1536w, https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/turn-off-comments-on-Instagram-Live-2048x1365.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With the growing influence of social media, it&#8217;s become a strategic move to <a href=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/how-to-go-live-on-instagram\">go live on Instagram<\/a> from time to time. This much-appreciated feature lets you communicate and interact with your audience in real time. However, with that comes the risk of receiving hateful comments from anyone.<\/p>\n<p>But what if we told you how to turn off comments on Instagram Live? Follow these simple steps for a safer, more positive live interaction experience.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-list\" style=\"margin-left:0px\">\n<ul>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Start by streaming live on Instagram as you usually do.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Tap the <strong>three horizontal dots<\/strong> menu in the comments section.<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"sui sui-location-arrow\" style=\"color:#5339D3\"><\/i> Tap on &#8220;<strong>Turn off commenting<\/strong>&#8221; from the list.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><em><strong>Voila!<\/strong><\/em> Viewers are now prevented from commenting during your live session, as indicated by &#8220;Comments off&#8221; in the comment box.<\/p>\n<p>Tap on the same three horizontal dots to turn the comments back on and select &#8220;Turn on commenting.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2><b><span style=\"color: #5339d3;\">Third-Party Solutions:<\/span> Enhancing Comment Management<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Managing comments on Instagram can sometimes be overwhelming. Many content creators dream of an all-in-one space that enhances comment management and offers additional benefits. So, on that note, let&#8217;s introduce you to Instagram management tools.<\/p>\n<p>Socialbee is one of the platforms that aims to help you with all things Instagram. Among many other services, it provides essential support for the commenting section of your posts.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/viralyft.com\/blog\/agorapulse-review\">Agorapulse<\/a> is another robust third-party app that allows you to reply to comments or manage them differently.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><\/h2>\n\t\t\t<div id=\"rank-math-rich-snippet-wrapper\" class=\"\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Your Instagram experience doesn&#8217;t have to be stressful or upsetting. The platform offers various features to help you manage your content effectively.<\/p>\n<p>Through this article, you have learned how to disable comments on Instagram and deal with negative interactions on your posts and during live streaming. Avoid dealing with offensive language, and start visualizing your next post.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nowadays, anyone can use Instagram to express themselves in other people&#8217;s comments. It is a way of communicating with others and maintaining a presence online. For content creators on the platform, Instagram comments can be beneficial as they help boost engagement and contribute to a better post reach. 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