How To Delete Suggestions In Instagram

Device Links

This guide will help you learn how to delete suggestions on Instagram, whether you are using an iPhone or an Android. Suggestions can sometimes include users you don’t wish to interact with. These may interfere with your experience or affect your privacy on the platform.

How To Delete Suggestions In Instagram

Overview of Deleting Suggestions

Instagram features suggestions for accounts to follow, chats in direct messages, and search suggestions. Below are methods to clear these suggestions effectively:

Type of Suggestion Platform Method
Messages Suggestions iPhone / Android Clear Cache or Reinstall App
Search Suggestions iPhone / Android Remove Manually or Clear History

1. How to Delete Suggestions in Instagram Messages

To reduce suggestions appearing in your direct messages, you can:

  • Tap X on suggestions.
  • Engage in more chats if you have few followers.
  • Clear the Instagram cache as detailed below.

iPhone Instructions

  1. Press and hold the Instagram icon on your home screen.Removing Instagram App
  2. Select Remove App.
  3. Confirm the deletion.
  4. Go to the App Store to reinstall.
  5. Search for Instagram and reinstall.
  6. Sign in to your account.

Android Instructions

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Navigate to Storage.
  3. Proceed to Other Apps.
  4. Select Instagram.
  5. Choose Clear Cache.
  6. Confirm your action.

2. How to Delete Search Suggestions on Instagram

To manage your search history, follow these methods based on your device:

iPhone Instructions

  1. Open Instagram.
  2. Tap the magnifying glass icon.
  3. Go to the Search tab.
  4. Tap the X beside each suggestion.
  5. Choose See All to clear multiple suggestions at once.
  6. Hit Clear All to remove everything.

Android Instructions

  1. Open the Instagram app.
  2. Tap on the magnifying glass.
  3. Select the Search tab.
  4. Tap X beside each suggestion.
  5. Use See All to quickly clear suggestions.

Removing Unnecessary Suggestions

Deleting suggestions can help streamline your experience on Instagram. It may improve your privacy and make your feed more organized. However, be aware that Instagram may continue to generate new suggestions based on your activity.

Have you ever deleted suggestions on your Instagram account before? What method did you choose to remove them? Let us know in the comments section below.

If you found this guide helpful, consider checking out our other resources on Instagram privacy practices.

Sign up and earn $1000 a day ⋙

32 Comments

  1. Nhi Nhật -

    Can you explain if these suggestions are influenced by other accounts I follow? Just curious

  2. Ryan Martin -

    So helpful! I always thought Instagram suggestions were something I couldn’t change.

  3. Nguyệt Nhi -

    I didn’t know about the hidden settings! Thank you for the enlightenment

  4. Hương Đà Nẵng -

    These tips are super useful! I was worried I'd have to keep seeing those suggestions. Now I won't!

  5. Linh mèo -

    Just deleted so many suggestions! Feels good to have a cleaner profile now

  6. Kate Anderson -

    Fantastic article! I’ve shared it with my friends who are struggling with the same issue

  7. Nick Johnson -

    This should help me clean up my Instagram feed. Thanks a lot for sharing

  8. Logan Smith -

    Finally! I was tired of suggestions for accounts I never wanted to see. Huge help!

  9. James Smith -

    I never knew how to delete those annoying suggestions! This article is a lifesaver. Thank you!

  10. Sophie Hall -

    Why does Instagram even give these suggestions? They're often so irrelevant

  11. Huyền Lizzie -

    Wow, didn't realize it was that easy! I’ll definitely try these steps. Cheers

  12. Samuel Moore -

    Great insights! I didn't know I could hide my suggestions. Super helpful!

  13. Hannah White -

    I have to say this worked for me! Thank you for making it so easy

  14. Phúc IT -

    The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I appreciate you taking the time to write this

  15. Mark Roberts -

    Just took a few minutes to follow the steps. Let's see how long these suggestions stay deleted

  16. Quang vn -

    Anyone else having issues after trying these tips? I followed everything step-by-step.

  17. Avery Lewis -

    This guide deserves more attention! It really changed my experience on Instagram.

  18. Charlotte Murray -

    Just implemented it, and I'm thrilled! I wish I had found this earlier

  19. Aiden Jackson -

    I love how simple this process is! Just did it while taking my coffee break

  20. Henry Adams -

    A little confused about the settings menu. Can anyone assist me with that?

  21. Emily Taylor -

    Thank you for this guide! I was so annoyed with all the irrelevant suggestions ruining my experience

  22. Oliver Wilson -

    Thanks! Now I can finally enjoy my Instagram without the clutter of unnecessary suggestions

  23. Jessie 92 -

    I'm curious, do these steps also affect suggestions from friends? Maybe I need different strategies for that

  24. Lily Clark -

    Loved the step-by-step approach. It made it so easy for me. Great job

  25. Mia Brown -

    Great tips! I was so frustrated with unwanted suggestions but now I feel more in control.

  26. Hà Nội Rồng -

    Finally, a way to regain control over my suggestions! Thank you so much

  27. Hương KT -

    This article is so timely! I’ve been stressing over these suggestions for months.

  28. Wendy 88 -

    Sounds like a good strategy, but what happens when you follow new accounts? Do suggestions change as well?

  29. Emma Davis -

    Amazing! Just implemented the guide, and I already see changes in my suggestions!

  30. Thùy Linh -

    Can someone explain why these suggestions keep coming back? I followed the steps, but they still show up

  31. Mèo con -

    This info is gold! I’ve been wanting to change my feed for ages. Can’t wait to try it

  32. Duy Sinh 6789 -

    Is there a way to completely reset my suggestions? I feel like they’re based on my past interactions

Leave a Comment

How to update iPhone to the latest iOS version

How to update iPhone to the latest iOS version

Updating your iPhone software (iOS) is a good idea. Updates are available for free from Apple. They apply the latest features and security fixes to your iPhone. Here's how to update your iPhone to the latest version of iOS.

Instructions for limiting iPhone speaker volume

Instructions for limiting iPhone speaker volume

iOS 18.2 brings an option to limit iPhone speaker volume. Users can adjust how loud their iPhone speakers can play songs, videos, and other media.

Instructions to turn off File Explorer thumbnails Windows 11

Instructions to turn off File Explorer thumbnails Windows 11

Due to personal privacy or some other reason, many people want to turn off Windows 11 File Explorer thumbnails. Below are instructions to turn off Windows 11 File Explorer thumbnails.

How to reset iPhone to restore factory settings, any iPhone can do it

How to reset iPhone to restore factory settings, any iPhone can do it

Resetting your iPhone is the easiest way to reset your iPhone settings to their defaults. Resetting your iPhone can help you fix a few simple problems. Here are the steps to restore your iPhone to factory settings.

How to create AI radio on YouTube Music

How to create AI radio on YouTube Music

The YouTube Music app features Ask for Music, which helps create AI-powered radio based on each person's custom commands.

Basic guide to using Blooket - an application that creates learning games

Basic guide to using Blooket - an application that creates learning games

Blooket.com is known as an extremely useful educational support platform. Let's explore how to use Blooket through this article with Quantrimang.

Instructions to unpin default folders Windows 11

Instructions to unpin default folders Windows 11

Windows 11 File Explorer includes a number of default folders pinned to the sidebar. If you do not need to use them, you can completely unpin the default folders in File Explorer.

How to enable Notification Cooldown on Android 16

How to enable Notification Cooldown on Android 16

Notification Cooldown Android will gradually reduce the volume and vibration intensity of notifications when you receive too many notifications from the same app at once.

TFT Frost Team Season 12, TFT Frost Build

TFT Frost Team Season 12, TFT Frost Build

DTCL season 12's Iceborn is the most special race and its mechanism is somewhat similar to Sub-Zero in Mortal Kombat.

ScratchJR Maze Game Design Tutorial (Final Post)

ScratchJR Maze Game Design Tutorial (Final Post)

For projects or games in ScratchJR, the start and end screens play an important role in enhancing the completeness of the product.

Instructions for adjusting the size of the Windows 11 scroll bar

Instructions for adjusting the size of the Windows 11 scroll bar

The scroll bar on Windows 11 is compact in size, but many people want to change this size, enlarge the scroll bar to make it easier to see when needed.

How to collaborate on notes in FaceTime

How to collaborate on notes in FaceTime

FaceTime iOS 17 has a collaboration feature in notes to type notes together and track changes as someone types.

Windows 11 camera resolution configuration guide

Windows 11 camera resolution configuration guide

With Windows 11 build 27758 , Microsoft added advanced camera options so users can adjust basic camera configuration settings.

How to annotate screenshots using Snipping Tool

How to annotate screenshots using Snipping Tool

Snipping Tool also provides built-in tools for annotating computer screenshots. This tool allows you to mark and highlight important parts of the screenshot to convey the message you want.

How to view IP address on computer, view Win 10 IP address

How to view IP address on computer, view Win 10 IP address

Checking your computer's IP address will be necessary in many cases. If you want to know what your computer's IP address is, read this guide to see your computer's IP.