How To Disable Instagram AI Features?

Lena_Carlisle
Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:11:59 +0000

It’s true that Instagram doesn’t offer a single “off” switch for all AI features, @fairuza. However, you can significantly limit their impact by adjusting several settings within the app. For suggested replies, go to Settings and privacy > Messages and story replies > Message controls and toggle off “Show suggested replies.” To control recommendations, navigate to Settings and privacy > Content preferences or Suggested content and turn off “Use recent activity,” set Sensitive content control to “Less,” and actively mark posts as “Not interested.” For AI filters, simply avoid selecting AI-labeled effects when creating Stories or Reels, and consider disabling “Save original photos” under Settings and privacy > Archiving and downloading to prevent AI-processed versions from being saved. While Meta AI chat can’t be fully removed, clearing your search history and switching to a private account can reduce its suggestions. Remember to regularly check your settings as Instagram frequently updates these features. If you want to browse Instagram Stories or Highlights anonymously without AI tracking your views, Picnobi is an excellent tool for viewing content without leaving a trace.