When you open an Instagram link, it opens in the app’s built-in web browser. It is a useful feature that allows you to check out URLs without opening your primary browser. The disadvantage is that this session is not saved in the history of your primary browser. You wouldn’t be able to find the link again or share it with others if you used your usual browser. Fortunately, Instagram’s built-in browser saves your browsing history, and you can check all of the links you’ve visited. This post will walk you through the methods and steps for finding your Instagram’s in-built browsing history, managing it, and downloading it if necessary. In this article, we will teach you how to view and clear your browsing history on Instagram.

How to View Your Browsing History on Instagram

To check your Instagram browsing history, follow these steps:

1. In the lower right corner of your screen, tap the profile symbol.

2. In the upper right corner of the screen, tap the menu bar (the three-line symbol).

3. Look for and select the “Your activity” option. This takes you to a new screen where you can manage your activities.

4. “Links you’ve visited” should be selected.

5. On your account, you’ll see every link you’ve ever clicked, from the most current to the oldest.

To return to any of these sites, tap on the link, and the in-app browser should take you there. If you want to access the link in your default browser, tap the three-dot icon and pick the “Open in browser” option.

How To Clear Your Browsing History on Instagram

Here are a couple of methods for clearing your browsing history on Instagram’s built-in browser:

1. Start the Instagram app.
2. Navigate to your profile.
3. In the top right corner, tap the menu symbol.
4. Choose “Your activity.”

5. “Links you’ve visited” should be selected.

6. Swipe left on the link you want to hide on the iPhone. Long-press the link you wish to hide on an Android smartphone.

7. Select “Hide.”

8. A modal will appear describing how the hide function works. Go ahead and choose “Hide.”

Remember that deleting a link permanently removes it from your browser’s history, even though Instagram can always access and use your data. Technically, the connection only becomes invisible to you, so make sure it’s exactly what you want before deleting it.

How to Download Your Instagram History

Whether you say goodbye to Instagram or want a backup of your account, saving your Instagram data can be useful. The more time you spend on Instagram, the more information they gather about you. In the downloaded data, you may see things like your browsing history. You can also view other useful information such as your login history, bio history, shared photos and videos, etc.

On Mobile Apps

1. Open Instagram on your smartphone.
2. Go to your profile page.
3. In the top right corner, tap the menu symbol.
4. Choose “Your activity.”

5. “Download your information” should be selected.

6. A box will be provided to enter the email address where you want to get the link to download your data. Fill out the form and click “Request Download.”

7. You will now be prompted to enter your Instagram account password before proceeding by clicking “Next.”

If you change your mind, you can always cancel the request before it is sent to your email address by clicking the cancel download option. You should receive an email with the subject “Your Instagram information” within the next 48 hours. Open the message to begin your download and hit the “Download information” option.

On PC

1. Go to Instagram and sign in.
2. In the upper right corner, click on your profile image.
3. Choose “Settings.”

4. “Privacy and Security” should be selected.

5. Select “Request Download” from the “Data Download” tab.

6. A box will be provided for you to enter the email address where you want the link to download your data to be sent. Fill in the blanks and press the “Next” button.

7. Enter your Instagram password in the box, then click the “Request Download” button to confirm the download request.

8. You will receive an email with the subject “Your Instagram information” within 48 hours. Open the email and click the “Download information” button to begin the download.

Commonly Asked Questions

Is your Instagram browsing history visible to others?

No one can see your Instagram history or observe what you do or who you speak with unless they can access your password.

Is it possible to delete Instagram browser history on the desktop?

However, you cannot remove your Instagram browser history from a desktop browser. It is only possible with the mobile app. Instagram has not provided an official explanation. A fair hypothesis would be that the Instagram online version lacks an in-built browser.

Can I recover a deleted Instagram photo?

Yes, deleted photos, videos, and stories can be recovered. Simply choose recently removed from the menu and browse to your activity. You can now see and manage the files you’ve deleted.

Conclusion

Because your Instagram account is yours, your secrets should be kept between you and Instagram. You can keep your dignity while controlling the information people see about you. You now have complete control over your Instagram account since you know how to manage your history. Review your comments and post likes, check recently deleted photos and videos, discover how much time you spend on Instagram daily, and much more.