How to Disable Instagram Comments: A Comprehensive Guide
Comments on Instagram can enhance user interaction, but sometimes they can become overwhelming. If you find yourself in such a situation, you may want to disable comments on your Instagram posts, stories, live videos, reels, or ads. Fortunately, the process is quite simple. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to turn off comments on various types of Instagram content.
How to Disable Comments on Instagram Posts Before Publishing
To disable comments on an Instagram post before publishing it, follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram app on your phone.
- Create a new post and add a filter or edit its content.
- Once you reach the caption screen, scroll down and tap on “Advanced settings.”
- Enable the toggle next to “Turn off commenting.”
- Go back and publish your post as usual. You will notice that the post no longer has a comment button.
How to Disable Comments on Old Instagram Posts
If you forgot to turn off comments on a previously published post, don't worry. Instagram allows you to disable comments on old posts as well. Here's how:
- Open your Instagram profile and go to the post on which you don't want anyone to comment.
- Tap on the three-dot icon at the top of the post and select “Turn off commenting” from the menu.
How to Disable Comments on Instagram Reels
To disable comments on an Instagram reel, you can follow the steps mentioned above. However, if you don't see the “Turn off comments” option, here are two additional methods:
Method 1: From Reel Settings
- In the Instagram app, go to your profile screen.
- Tap on the “Reels” tab and open the reel on which you want to disable comments.
- Your reel will start playing. Tap on the three-dot icon and select “Manage.”
- Choose “Turn off commenting.”
Method 2: From Reel Comment Section
- Open the reel whose comments you want to turn off.
- Tap on the comment icon to open the comments section.
- Press the three-dot icon on the comments screen and select “Turn off commenting.”
How to Disable Comments on Instagram Stories
To disable comments or replies on your Instagram stories, follow these steps:
- Launch the Instagram app and go to your profile screen.
- Tap on the three-bar icon at the top and select “Settings” from the menu.
- Go to “Privacy” followed by “Story.”
- Here, you can choose who can reply to your stories. Select “Off” under the “Allow message replies” section if you don't want anyone to comment on your story.
How to Disable Comments on Instagram Ads
If you want to disable comments on your Instagram ad, you can follow these steps:
- Go to Ads Manager from a browser on your PC.
- Click on “Edit” under the ad name on which you want to turn off comments.
- Click on “Advanced preview.”
- Now, click on the “Share” button.
- Select “Feed ad: Send notification to Instagram.”
- You will receive a notification on your phone when you are logged into your Instagram account. Make sure to check all the mobile devices where you are signed in. Tap on the notification.
- Your Instagram ad will show up. Tap on the three-dot icon and select “Turn off commenting.”
How to Disable Comments on Instagram Live
To disable comments on Instagram Live, follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram app and go live.
- Once you are live, tap on the three-dot icon next to the comment box.
- Select “Turn off commenting” from the menu that appears.
Please note that you will have to repeat these steps every time you go live.
How to Disable Comments from Unknown People on Instagram
In addition to the above methods, you can also turn off comments from unknown people on Instagram. This ensures that only certain people can comment on your posts. Here's how:
- In the Instagram app, go to “Settings > Privacy > Comments.”
- Tap on “Allow comments from.” Here, you can choose who can comment on your posts by selecting from your followers, people you follow, or both.
How to Disable Comments from Selected Users on Instagram
If you want to block specific individuals from commenting on your posts, you can do so by following these steps:
- Go to “Instagram Settings > Privacy > Comments > Block comments from.”
- Use the search bar to find the user you want to block.
Please note that when you block someone from commenting, they can still see your posts but won't be able to comment.
These are the various methods to disable comments on different types of Instagram content. Choose the method that suits your needs and preferences. By controlling the comment section, you can create a more curated and positive experience for yourself and your followers on Instagram.

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