Instagram has introduced a new privacy feature for its Reels content, allowing users to hide the share count from public view.
New Feature Details
- Users can now choose to hide the share count on their Reels.
- This option is available under the advanced settings when creating or editing a Reel.
How It Works
- When enabled, only the Reel creator can see the number of likes and shares.
- Other users will not be able to view this information.
Changing Settings
- Users can modify this setting later by accessing the menu at the top of the Reel.
- The option to hide like and share counts on Reels from other accounts is available in the account settings.
User Control
This update gives Instagram users more control over how their content engagement is displayed, aligning with similar features available for posts and stories.
The addition of this feature reflects Instagram's ongoing efforts to provide users with more privacy options and reduce potential social pressure associated with visible engagement metrics.
