On Instagram, the term "followers" can refer to two different groups: people who follow your account or accounts that you are following. Here's how to see either, addressing both interpretations of your question.
How to View Posts From Accounts You Follow (Your "Following" Feed)
If you're looking to see posts exclusively from the accounts you follow, without the influence of Instagram's algorithm that dictates the default "Home" feed, Instagram provides a dedicated feed option. This ensures you see content from those accounts in chronological order.
To access this "Following" feed:
- Open Instagram and navigate to your home feed.
- Scroll to the very top of your feed. As you scroll up, the content will eventually reach the top, revealing the header.
- Tap the Instagram logo (or the word "Instagram" next to it) located in the top-left corner of your screen.
- A dropdown menu will appear. From this menu, select "Following".
Your feed will now display only posts from the accounts you follow, presented chronologically from the newest to the oldest. This can be a great way to catch up on content from your favorite creators and friends without missing anything due to the algorithm.
Understanding Instagram's Feed Options
Instagram offers a few ways to view your feed, each designed for a different browsing experience:
| Feed Type | Description | Content Order | Primary Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home | The default algorithmic feed, showing a mix of content based on your interests, engagement, and suggested posts. | Algorithm-driven | Discover new content, personalized experience. |
| Following | Displays posts exclusively from accounts you follow. | Chronological | See everything from who you follow, no missed posts. |
| Favorites | Shows posts from a custom list of accounts you've designated as your "Favorites." | Chronological | Prioritize content from your closest connections. |
You can switch between these feed types anytime by repeating the steps above. For more details on managing your feed, you can refer to the official Instagram Help Center.
How to View a List of People Who Follow Your Account
If you want to see a list of users who are following your Instagram profile, you can do so directly from your profile page:
- Open Instagram and tap your profile picture in the bottom-right corner to go to your profile.
- On your profile page, look at the top section below your profile picture and username. You will see three numbers: "Posts," "Followers," and "Following."
- Tap on the "Followers" count.
This will open a list showing all the accounts that currently follow you. From this list, you can:
- Search for specific followers using the search bar at the top.
- Remove followers (for private accounts) by tapping the "Remove" button next to their name.
- Follow back accounts that you aren't already following by tapping "Follow."
