Instagram is well-known for regularly expanding its feature set. Instagram notes feature is the most recent addition. If you’re wondering what Instagram Notes are and how they work, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s look at how to create, delete, and turn off Notes on Instagram.

What Are Instagram Direct Message Notes?

Instagram Notes are text-based versions of Instagram Stories. They barely endure for 24 hours before disappearing on their own. Consider them post-it or sticky notes that others will see when they access the Direct Messages area. Here are some key insights from Instagram Notes:

• Instagram Notes do not support the attachment of photos or videos.
• They have a character limit of 60.
• Published Notes do not send a notification or display in your feed. These can only be seen in the messages section.
• People can respond to your Notes, and the reply will appear as a message.
• They are fairly private and can only be seen by your close friends’ list or followers that follow you back, depending on the privacy option you choose.
• You can create an unlimited number of Notes in a 24-hour period, but only one note will be active at any given moment.

How to Post a Note on Instagram

Follow these steps to post a Note on your Instagram profile:

1. Launch the Instagram app on your Android or iPhone device.
2. In the top-right corner, tap the Direct Messages icon.
3. The Notes area is located between the search bar and your messages. To create your note, click the “Leave a note” button.

1. Fill in the “Share what’s on your mind” box on the following screen with your note.
2. Instagram allows you to share your Notes with two groups of people: followers who follow you back and close friends. Choose the appropriate privacy level.

1. Then, at the top, press the “Share” button.

1. You will be returned to the messages screen, where you can view your note.

How to Add a New Instagram Note

If you wish to add a new note within 24 hours of publishing one, your old note will be deleted first, and you will only be able to add another after that. In general, you can only have one note published at a time in a 24-hour period. Follow these steps to leave a new Instagram Note:

1. Tap “Your note” on the Instagram messages screen.
2. Then, press the “Leave a new note” button.

1. Enter your note, choose your privacy settings, and click the “Share” button. The new note will be posted in place of the previous note.

How to Delete an Instagram Note

If you do not want a Note to be shown on your profile, you can delete it as indicated below.

1. Tap “Your note” on the Instagram messages screen.
2. Then, at the bottom, press the “Delete note” button. Your note has been removed.

How to Reply to an Instagram Note

1. Tap on the note to which you wish to reply. A pop-up box will emerge from the bottom, into which you can type your message.
2. When you’re finished, click the “Send” button.

1. Your reply will be sent as a regular message and will appear in both users’ conversations. Others will not be able to view your reply.

How to Turn Off Instagram Notes

Unfortunately, there isn’t much you can do if you don’t like the Instagram Notes function because you can’t turn it off completely. However, if the notes from a specific profile are bothering you, you can mute them, as shown below.

1. Navigate to the Instagram Direct Messages page.
2. In the notes box, touch and hold the person’s profile picture.
3. Select “Mute notes” from the drop-down menu. When you mute someone, they are not notified.

Unmuting Someone from Instagram Notes

To unmute a user for Instagram Notes, do the following:

1. Open the profile with the muted Notes.
2. Select the “Following” option.
3. Tap “Mute” in the following menu.

1. Turn off the toggle next to “Notes.”

Commonly asked questions

Why don’t I have the Instagram Notes feature?

Instagram notes feature is the newest addition to the media giant list of features, and it will take a few months before everyone has access to it. So, if you’re not seeing it right now, you might have to wait a little longer. In the meanwhile, try updating the Instagram app on your phone.

Can you see who has looked at your Instagram Notes?

No. You won’t know who viewed your Notes on Instagram unless they respond via Direct Messages.

Can I see a follower’s Notes if I haven’t yet sent them a Direct Message?

Yes. You will see the person’s notes in Direct Messages if you also follow them.

Conclusion

If you want to keep things as they were, you may be tempted to disable the Instagram notes feature; But you’re out of luck for the time being. Instagram Notes cannot be entirely disabled. However, similar to Instagram stories, users can mute certain individuals if they don’t want to see what they’re sharing.