How to report annoying messages and conversations on Instagram

Instagram is a popular social media platform that allows users to share photos, videos, and messages with each other. While the platform can be a great way to connect with friends and family, it can also be a source of annoyance and frustration when users receive unwanted or inappropriate messages. If you're receiving annoying messages or having conversations on Instagram that you want to report, here's how you can do it:

1. Open the Instagram app on your phone or tablet. 
2. Navigate to the conversation or message that you want to report. You can do this by going to your inbox, which can be accessed by clicking on the "paper plane" icon in the top right corner of the screen.
3. Once you've found the conversation or message that you want to report, click on the three dots in the top right corner of the screen. This will bring up a menu with several options.
4. From the menu, select the "Report" option. This will create a screen where you can select the reason for your report.
5. Choose the reason that best describes why you're reporting the message or conversation. You can choose from options such as "It's spam or unwanted," "It's abusive or harmful," or "I don't want to see this."
6. If you want to block the user who sent the message or conversation, you can select the "Block" option from the menu. This will prevent them from being able to contact you on Instagram.
7. Once you've selected the appropriate reason for your report and any additional options, such as blocking the user, click "Send." This will submit your report to Instagram for review.

It's important to note that Instagram has policies in place to prevent abuse and harassment on the platform. If you're receiving messages or having conversations that violate these policies, it's important to report them so that Instagram can take appropriate action.

In addition to reporting messages and conversations, there are a few other steps you can take to protect yourself on Instagram:

1. Make your account private: If you don't want just anyone to be able to contact you or see your posts, you can make your account private. This means that only users who you approve as followers will be able to see your content. To make your account private, go to your profile, click on the three dots in the top right corner of the screen, and select "Privacy and Security." From here, you can toggle the "Private Account" option to "On."


2. Use the "Restrict" feature: If you want to keep someone from harassing or spamming you, but don't want to block them completely, you can use the "Restrict" feature. When you restrict a user, their comments on your posts will only be visible to them, and they won't be able to see when you're active on the app. To restrict a user, go to their profile and click on the three dots in the top right corner of the screen. Select "Restrict" from the menu.


3. Report abusive or harmful content: If you see a post or account on Instagram that you think is abusive or harmful, you can report it. To do this, go to the post or account and click on the three dots in the top right corner of the screen. Select "Report" from the menu, and choose the appropriate reason for your report.

By following these steps, you can help keep Instagram a safe and enjoyable platform for everyone. If you're experiencing harassment or abuse on the app, don't hesitate to report it and take steps to protect yourself.