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Why won't my Instagram follow requests work?

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To approve your requests, tap the checkmark. If the issue persists, you should contact Instagram support.

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I got a notification that someone requested to follow me, and when I went to confirm, it wasn't there anymore. Why?

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It means they have cancelled the request originally sent. The notifications are sent immediately so you will still get the notification, even if it was cancelled.

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How can I accept and deny followers on Instagram without using the Instagram app?

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You can accept and deny follow requests on the website using any browser.

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Does a follow request mean that someone wants to follow me?

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Yes, a follow request means that another Instagram user wants to follow your private Instagram account. You can either accept the request (allow them to follow you) or delete the request (don't allow them to follow you).

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Are followers on Instagram approved before they can follow you?

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If your account is private, you must approve a user's follow request before they can view your posts. However, if you have a public account, anyone can follow you and you don't have to approve them first.

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How do I know if my follower request was approved on Instagram?

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The person will now be following you and will able to see your content. If someone else accepted your follow request, their account will be in your "Following" list.

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How does direct messaging work?

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You must be following a user to send them a direct message. A direct message is a private message that only you and the other person can see.

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