Here’s how you’ve got the option to do it.
Turn Off Read Receipts Directly
In early 2024, Instagram added the option to disable read receipts.
ChooseMessages and story replies, then tapShow read receiptsand turn the slider off.
TapRestrictfrom the menu that appears.
Depending on what you’re using, tap theWi-Fiandcellular dataicons.
After you’ve disabled your internet connection, simply launch Instagram and read the message.
Tap thethree-line iconin the top right corner of your screen and go toSettings and privacy>sign off.
Without doing this, Instagram may send the read receipt as soon as yourestore your internet connection.
To do so, tap thethree-lined iconon Instagram and tapSettings and privacy.
TapNotificationsunder theHow you use Instagramheader and then chooseMessages.
Finally, selectOnunder theMessages from individual and group chatsheader.
To enable notification previews on an iOS gear, go toSettings > Notificationsand tapShow Previews.
you’re free to now choose between two options:AlwaysorWhen Unlocked.
It’s worth mentioning that you should choose the first option for extra privacy.
Now, keep scrolling until you findInstagramunderNotification Styleand toggle on theAllow Notificationsswitch.
To enable notification previews on an Android gear, head to your gear’sSettingsand tapApps.
Keep scrolling and chooseInstagramfrom the list of apps.
TapNotificationsand switch the toggle on forAllow notifications.
Depending on your preference, tapLock screenorPop-up.
Just be careful not to accidentally tap on the message while reading it.
These other methods will help you read messages without worrying about read receipts giving you away, when needed.
