Want more privacy for your Instagram posts? Learn how to hide the share count and keep your engagement metrics private! This guide will show you the step-by-step process to disable share counts on Instagram posts, giving you greater control over your profile's visibility.
📖 Steps to Hide Share Count on Instagram Posts:
1️⃣ Open Instagram App:
Launch the Instagram app on your mobile device and log into your account.
2️⃣ Go to Settings:
Tap your Profile Picture at the bottom right.
Tap the Three Lines (Menu) in the top-right corner and select Settings and Privacy.
3️⃣ Navigate to Post Settings:
Scroll down and locate Posts and Stories under the Privacy section.
4️⃣ Disable Share Count:
Find the option labeled Hide Share Counts and toggle it ON.
This setting will apply to all your posts, hiding the number of times they've been shared.
💡 Why Hide Share Counts?
Focus on content quality without worrying about numbers.
Reduce pressure from public metrics.
Maintain a more private profile.
🌟 Things to Note:
Even with share counts hidden, you’ll still be able to see these metrics privately in your post insights.
This feature does not prevent others from sharing your content, only hides the count.
🌟 Pro Tip:
You can also hide like counts alongside share counts for a cleaner, distraction-free profile.