Step 1: Launch Instagram App
Begin by opening the Instagram app on your mobile device. This guide assumes you already have an Instagram account and are logged in.
Step 2: Access Your Profile
Tap on the profile icon located at the bottom right corner of the screen. This will take you to your Instagram profile.
Step 3: Open Options
On your profile page, look for the three horizontal lines (also known as the hamburger menu) in the top right corner. Tap on it to open the menu options.
Step 4: Go to Settings
In the menu that appears, scroll down until you find “Settings.” Tap on it to access your Instagram settings.
Step 5: Clear Search History
Within the settings page, scroll down until you see “Security” and tap on it. Next, find and tap on “Search History.”
A list of all your recent searches will now appear. To delete any searched person, swipe left on their name or profile picture. Once you do, a “Delete” button will appear on the right. Tap on it to remove that individual from your search history.
Step 6: Confirm Deletion
After tapping “Delete,” a pop-up confirmation box will appear asking if you want to remove the search. To proceed, tap “Yes, I’m Sure.”
Step 7: Repeat as Needed
You can apply this process to delete multiple searched individuals from your Instagram history. Scroll through the list and repeat steps 5 and 6 for every person you wish to remove.
Step 8: Verify Deletion
To verify that the searched people have been successfully deleted, exit the settings and tap on the search bar in the Instagram app. You should now see a blank search history with no traces of the individuals you removed.
And there you have it! You have now learned how to delete searched people on Instagram. Keep in mind that this process only removes the searched individuals from your search history, not your followers or any interactions you may have had with them.
Remember, maintaining a clean search history can improve your Instagram experience by ensuring you only see the accounts you’re interested in. Happy Instagramming!