1. Users can send each other direct messages
Instagram Direct allows you to share photos, videos, hashtag pages, profiles and locations with a single person or small group of people (up to 15 people) right from a users’ newsfeed. You can access Instagram Direct via the Inbox icon in the top right-hand corner of the app.
2. Public sharing is a default setting
Initially, when a user signs up, his/her profile is automatically public – meaning that the pictures or videos created and shared using the app can be seen by anyone. It is a good idea to use a ‘friends only’ setting.
3. You can filter comments
Instagram’s latest update allows users to hide inappropriate comments. In addition users can also list words they feel are offensive or inappropriate using Instagram’s new keyword moderator. Instagram will then hide any comments containing these key words. To use the new comment tools, simply click on your account settings and select comments. You can then choose to hide inappropriate comments and include any specific words you find offensive.
4. You can share your location
Like many other apps and social networks Instagram allows users to share their location when posting a photo. In addition to keeping your profile private we also recommend not sharing your location.
5. You can report and block users
If you’d like to prevent someone from seeing your photos on Instagram or contacting you on the app, you can block them from viewing your photos or searching for your Instagram account. Users on Instagram have the option to report abusive behaviour or content that is inappropriate. Finally users can also report and delete comments. To remove abusive/inappropriate comments from your posts simply; Go to comments section on your photo/video and TAP THE COMMENT BUTTON. Depending on device either SELECT THE COMMENT or SWIPE FROM RIGHT TO LEFT TO REVEAL DELETE OPTIONS.
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