Enjoying Instagram but wish to remove a post or a comment from your profile? It is easy to delete posts and comments on Instagram - Learn how right now!
Is there a post on your Instagram profile you wish to remove?
It happens sometimes...
- You might misspell a word, and really want to make a correction.
- The visual presentation does not turn out quite how you thought it would.
- For some reason the image or video posts twice, and you want only one.
Those are just a few reasons why you might want to delete an Instagram post.
This article will take you through how to delete posts and comments on Instagram.
Braving Instagram
For many, Instagram is still a new frontier. I have even heard from several they are nervous to try it. They are worried about their lack of talent with photography, or it is so vastly different than their comfort zone.
Rest assured - It can't be so scary...
It's owned by Facebook, right? :)
The hardest part of getting started on Instagram is downloading and activating the Instagram app. After that, it's mainly fun playing around with the filters and checking out other people's images!
Like any other social network, it is more fun with friends. Once you're in Instagram, search your Facebook and Twitter connections to befriend them on this fun, visual platform. You will also want to search Instagram hashtags to find others with similar interests.
From there, your goal will be to showcase your brand with the best possible video or photo presentation. And, along the way, delight your Instagram followers!
But every once in awhile we make a mistake...
(Did you see it?)
We want to educate and entertain, right?
So, we want our posts to be just right, and our profile to highlight your brand well.
How To Delete A Post On Instagram
Most of the time, you will be using the Instagram app on your mobile device. The view is smaller, than on your laptop computer, and the buttons are definitely smaller. But it is still possible to delete a post on Instagram while on a mobile phone.
First, navigate your way to the Instagram post you wish to delete.
Have you been wondering what those three little dots are all about?
You're about to find out! :)
At the post on Instagram you wish to delete, click on the button with the three little dots. A screen like this will appear:
Once you see the screen immediately above, you will click "delete," and follow the prompt through. Very simple. This can also be done on your laptop or desktop.
You will be back to sharing your best visuals and searching Instagram hashtags in no time!
How To Delete A Comment On Instagram
So, you're posting and sharing photos and videos. You've found your favorite image editing apps. And then...
It happens...
A spammer comes and dumps a boat load of hashtags unrelated and irrelevant to your niche.
Ouch!
You should remove that comment from the conversation thread, right?
Yes, probably. And it is possible.
This is easy on a laptop or desktop.
Simply go to your account, log in, and navigate to the post where the Instagram comment is that you want to delete.
Hover your cursor over the top right corner, and an "X" will appear. When you click it, a quote bubble with the word, "delete," will appear.
Click the X, follow the prompt, and he comment will be deleted. No more spam on Instagram! :)
The Reality Of Instagram
Are there mistakes and less than desireable images or photos? Yes.
Spam? Yes - You will experience that from time to time. Now you know how to delete a post on Instagram. Comments too.
But remember, the filters and myriad of options for photo editing apps make Instagram a lot of fun, and even make the worst photographer look like a genius!
Oh, shrug, Shutterbug!
We learned two neat new Instagram tricks and now it's time to go.
But first...
Did it seem harder than it really would be?
What other Instagram tricks are you hoping to learn?
Please let me know your thoughts in the comments box below!
If you are already on Instagram and you liked the photos you saw above, lets connect there - I'd love to peek at your photos. :)
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Hi there, I also hope others will find this article a resource as they become acquainted with Instagram. Always happy to share insights about Instagram and other social media platforms. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, ~Keri
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Sumi, Happy you found my article on how to delete Instagram posts and comments. Thank you for visiting my blog! Glad you found this article helpful. As you might have found in the comments above, this specific article was written when the platform was younger. Several evolutions have occurred since then. Thankfully, this article, the comments and blog posts from others offer Instagram enthusiasts great resources available on the web, as you mention. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, ~Keri
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Thanks for sharing nice post on how to delete instagram comments
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Eva, Glad you like this post about Instagram functionality. Please keep in mind this post was written before some of the newer functions were released on the platform. Additionally, mobile procedures are a bit different, as noted above in comments. Thanks for your comment, ~Keri
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Hi there, I appreciate your kind words – thank you. Glad you like this article with instagram tips, specifically, how to delete posts and comments on Instagram. We hope it will be a resource to business owners and social media enthusiasts. At the same time, since this article was published, Instagram made the comment process even easier: On mobile, just click on the comment and swipe left. That will delete the comment. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, ~Keri
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Hi, Nowadays most people using Instagram and make some fun with their friends. Likewise, my friends also post some funny pics of me and trolling. I just want to eliminate those pics, so I search for that. Let me thank you for giving such useful tips. Have a great day!
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Victor, Instagram is largely fun for many users on the platform. Having fun is okay! You also have the right to delete photos and start over on Instagram. Glad you liked these tips. Thanks for your comment, ~Keri
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Victor, Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. Using Instagram as an individual for fun is different than using Instagram for business. We must make the adjustments that fit our purpose. 🙂 Thanks for your comment, ~Keri
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How can i delete a post on instagram using a laptop?
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Thuvishka, A very good question! Much has changed since this article was written. There is so much more possible on mobile now. However, there are still a lot of people that interact on Instagram using their laptop. At the same time spam comments are more and more frequent. The answer is really quite simple, yet hidden. For each comment made on Instagram, if you hover the mouse over the comment near where the heart icon is placed to the right, you will eventually see the three little dots appear. Click those dots, and a box will appear that will allow you to report, delete, or cancel. Simply click the choice that works best for you. Viola! 🙂 Hope that helps. Thanks for your question, ~Keri
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What about dm spam? Is there any filter?
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Hi there, DM spam is always a hurdle. You can block users, but it does not seem to guarantee you will not get DM spam. The best thing to do is be very intentional about the connections you make on Instagram, and report as much spam and inappropriate digital behavior as possible. That should cut down on some of what you receive, at least. If there is a paid tool that controls this effectively, I don’t know of it. If you find it, please let me know. Hope this helps, ~Keri
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I know a glitch on youtube comments.
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Palaghiu, Most platforms have glitches. YouTube probably experiences several on any given day, due to the size and volume handled by their servers. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to cover that detail for our readers. Thanks for your comment, ~Keri
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Thank for your the post, is this information still relevant in 2021?
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Tiago, Thank you for your question. This post is from a few years ago, as your question implies. We could probably publish an update. At the same time, the comments for this article do provide additional insight. Additionally, this is now such a simple function, it may not be our best use of time. Instagram is a mobile-friendly platform. On mobile, on the comment, simply swipe left, and make the appropriate choice for deletion or reporting. Hope that helps! 🙂 ~Keri
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I commented on a post but I wasnt the person who was tagged, so I regretted it so badly! Im glad I found your article.
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Emily, The online social landscape changes quickly. And there are glitches. You should not worry about a simple error. Happy to know this post was helpful for you! Thanks for sharing your thoughts, ~Keri
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Thanks for sharing your valuable thoughts.
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Mauro, Thank you for visiting the blog, and for your comment, ~Keri
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Thank you for sharing. This article is very informative and knowledgeable. I don’t use any kind of tools since i use Instagram. Keep Sharing knowledge. Lets spread the knowledge.
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Samir, Glad you found this article helpful and informative. Instagram is very easy to use on its own. There are some tools that can be helpful for some brands, but it depends on your goals. We update the blog frequently, so feel free to check back. Thank you for your kind words, ~Keri
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At the same time, I agree with you that it’s pretty simple to delete spam now on Instagram. Also very important to monitor the quality of posts made and conversations with followers.
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Hi there, I agree with you. Content is king, engagement is queen. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, ~Keri
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Thank you for sharing very useful information. It is very useful for me . After reading this blog I had come to know more about Instagram that how we can delete any comment or any post by just following simple steps. It is very important to post useful and correct information on instagram to get more likes and comments on it.
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Akshay, Thank you for visiting the blog and for reading this article about Instagram. To be honest, it’s probably time to update this post. At the same time, I agree with you that it’s pretty simple to delete spam now on Instagram. Also very important to monitor the quality of posts made and conversations with followers. More likes and comments are a good sign, but only if they are relevant. We do not find value in buying likes or comments, and definitely not Instagram followers. ~Keri
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Did you know that about?
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James, Thank you for visiting the blog, and for posting your question. Did I know about what, specifically? ~Keri
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how can we deactivate Instagram account from mobile app?
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Digresh, Thank you for your question. Instagram is, really, a mobile app. So, to best answer your question, I would want to know more about your desired end result. Can you describe your ultimate goal? ~Keri
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I’ve been trying to delete some old photos, I pressed the delete button it says it deleted but then a white box is left in it’s place and my comment is still there. I’ve tried deleting it again and get an error message saying that the photo hasn’t been deleted. What should I do?
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Cynetha, If a photo is yours on Instagram, you should be able to delete it with no problem. However, I don’t know why you would want to, unless you have completely changed gears with the intentions of your account. If the photo is not yours on Instagram, the platform will not let you delete it. You may want to be sure you are not trying to take action in your “tagged in” area. Though, it could be a glitch. All social media platforms get finicky from time to time, and apps do as well (Instagram is a mobile app). You might try to “re-boot” to try to clear a potential glitch. From mobile, x out of your app, and shut down your phone for awhile. Come back, turn it back on and power up your app to try again. From desktop, clear your cookies, and temporary files or browsing history – depending on if you are on a PC or a Mac. Then, shut down your computer (not re-start, shut down). Come back and power up, then try Instagram again. Should that not work, you might try refreshing the screen. Hope that helps. Thank you for trusting your concern in our care, ~Keri
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Thank you for such a useful information. There have been a number of times I have regretted posting something , now things could be undone.
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Hemanta, It is indeed helpful when we can undo something – Especially when working with something so small as a mobile device keyboard! 🙂 Since this article was written, there have been some slight updates on how deleting posts and comments can be done. (I guess we should get something published as a continuing resource). Thank you for your comment, ~Keri
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I am sure you are doing great by posting these kind of stuff and it is really helpful in a instagram and we will increase instagram followers.
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Free, We hope to be helpful with the content we publish. Our experience has been that it is not the number of followers, but the quality of engagement with a targeted audience that makes the difference. Thank you for your comment, ~Keri
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Hi. I have an iphone4. I followed your steps easily enough (to delete a post). I hit delete and it says “couldn’t delete post” RETRY. Now what?
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JoAnn, This post was written very early after the release of the feature. We should probably update and focus more on the mobile device avenues, as this post was written when more people were on their desktops… iPhone 4 is maybe overwhelmed by current apps and programs – You might consider updating to a newer model for greater ease with interaction. That said, you should still be able to delete a comment. Try this: Go to the exact comment you wish to delete. Swipe left on your phone. You should see an option to delete right there (red strip will appear with a trash can icon). It should be pretty instant. Good luck! Keep me posted if this does not work. Thank you for your comment here, JoAnn, ~Keri
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Thanks for the tips Keri! I never say the … before 🙂
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Adele, That’s a tricky little 3-dot button, isn’t it? I didn’t know what it was right away either. Now, we can use it as our tool, right? Thanks for your comment, ~Keri
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Great post Keri – thank you for sharing! It never ceases to amaze me that even with all the education and information telling people what NOT to do when it comes to social media and relationship building there are a few people who STILL continue to post spam messages. Do they really think it’s going to generate business for them? At least we have a way of deleting messages.
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Annemarie, I know — It’s just so unbelievable. Then again, we run into it every day. All we can do is continue to educate, and delete, and hope the message eventually gets where it needs go go. I’ve enjoyed watching your Instagram activity, and really appreciate your comments here. ~Keri
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