How to turn off read receipts on Instagram

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Turning off your read receipts on Instagram, which indicate to the sender whether you’ve read their message, delivers a bit of breathing space. Whether you want to avoid responding to someone altogether, or simply your own time, turning off read receipts can ease the pressure of constantly needing to feel online and available.

While it’s not immediately apparent how to do it, turning off your read receipts on Instagram is straightforward. So, we’ll take you through some easy steps to toggle your read receipts off on mobile devices, both for individual accounts and all your contacts. It’s worth noting, though, that you can only do this via the Android or iOS Instagram app; but the method is the same for both.

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