SocialGlyphsInstagram Symbols, Icons & Features Explained
Instagram icons, Notes, the green circle, Close Friends, DMs and new features explained.
Green Circle on Instagram Stories: What It Means When You See It
A green circle around someone's Instagram story means it was shared only with their Close Friends — and you're on the list. Here's how it works.
Green Dot on Instagram: Does It Really Mean They're Online Right Now?
The green dot on Instagram means someone is active right now. Here's how accurate it is, who can see yours, and how to hide your activity status.
Instagram Notes Explained: Who Can See Them, How Long They Last and More
Instagram Notes are 60-character updates at the top of your DMs. Who can see yours, how long they last, if you can see viewers, and how to post one.
Instagram Symbols Meaning: Every Ring, Dot, Star and Badge Explained
What Instagram's icons mean — green ring, rainbow ring, grey ring, green dot, star badge, blue check, Seen, Requested and the DM paper plane.
How to Read Instagram DMs Without Showing 'Seen' (Turn Off Read Receipts)
Stop showing 'Seen' on Instagram DMs. Turn off read receipts for every chat or just one, plus the catch most people miss and what still shows.
How to See How Many Follow Requests You Have Sent on Instagram
Instagram removed the in-app list of sent follow requests. Here's how to find every pending request through your data download, and cancel old ones.