Instagram's new 'instants' feature is driving users crazy. Here's how to disable it
Instagram has introduced a new feature called 'Instants' that allows users to send disappearing photos in direct messages. Many users are frustrated with this addition, feeling it clutters their inboxes. Instructions on how to disable the feature have been provided for those who wish to opt out.
- ▪The 'Instants' feature lets users send disappearing photos that vanish after viewing.
- ▪This feature has been met with criticism for adding unnecessary clutter to users' DMs.
- ▪Users can disable 'Instants' by adjusting their settings to hide them from their inbox.
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Computing Internet Social Media Instagram's new 'instants' feature is driving users crazy. Here's how to disable it How To By Kaycee Hill published 24 May 2026 Insta's latest addition is diabolical When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Shutterstock) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Meta has blessed us with another feature nobody requested: Instagram Instants.
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