By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
Accept
Okay.ngOkay.ngOkay.ng
Font ResizerAa
  • News
    • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Business & Economy
  • Sport
  • Tech
Reading: Instagram Expands Close Friends Feature, Enabling Exclusive Feed Posts and Reels
Share
Font ResizerAa
Okay.ngOkay.ng
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Business & Economy
  • Sport
  • Tech
Search
  • News
    • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Business & Economy
  • Sport
  • Tech
Follow US
  • About Okay.ng
  • Advertising on Okay.ng
  • Contact Okay.ng
  • Careers
  • Meet the Team behind Okay.ng
  • Ownership and Funding of Okay.ng
  • Editorial Principles at Okay.ng
© OKN MEDIA PUBLISHING 2022 - All rights reserved
Tech

Instagram Expands Close Friends Feature, Enabling Exclusive Feed Posts and Reels

Yusuf Abubakar
By Yusuf Abubakar
Published: November 14, 2023
Share
2 Min Read
SHARE

Instagram is broadening its Close Friends feature, allowing users to share main feed posts and reels exclusively with a select group, expanding the platform’s effort to provide users with more control over their content sharing.

Previously, the Close Friends feature allowed users to share stories with a limited audience rather than all of their followers.

Now, users can extend this exclusivity to main feed posts and reels as well. To utilize this feature, users can tap an “audience” menu before sharing a post or reel, selecting their Close Friends list.

When the content appears in the feeds of Close Friends, it will be identified with a green star icon, mirroring the green ring used for Close Friends stories.

- Advertisement -

The Close Friends lists of users will remain consistent across various post types, including stories, reels, feed posts, or notes.

Replies to Close Friends stories function as direct messages, maintaining the private nature of the interaction.

However, likes or comments on Close Friends’ main feed posts or reels will be visible to others within the Close Friends circle.

The expansion of this feature was initially observed during testing in September and is now officially rolling out.

- Advertisement -

“We know our community already uses Close Friends as a pressure-free space to connect with the people that matter most,” stated Instagram in its official announcement.

“We hope this opens up more ways to be your most authentic self on Instagram while having more choices over who sees your content.”

Additionally, for creators, the expanded Close Friends feature offers new potential revenue streams.

Creators can now monetize exclusive Instagram content, moving beyond ephemeral Close Friends stories and leveraging the platform’s broader reach.

Stay Updated on the Go with Our Latest News—Join Our WhatsApp Channel Now!
TAGGED:Close Friends FeatureInstagram
Share This Article
Facebook Whatsapp Whatsapp Telegram Email Copy Link Print
ByYusuf Abubakar
Follow:
Yusuf Abubakar, Born in the mid-’90s, a recipient of various meritorious awards, a passionate entrepreneur, an advocate of good governance, a toast master and a patriotic Nigerian.
Previous Article CBN Extends Validity of Old Naira Notes Indefinitely
Next Article Union Bank of Nigeria Union Bank of Nigeria to Delist from NGX after 52 Years

Connect with Okay on Social

FacebookLike
XFollow
InstagramFollow
TelegramFollow

Dollar/Naira Rates

Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate

Okay.ng Logo
Buy Rate ₦1,605.00
Sell Rate ₦1,620.00

Last updated: 3 days ago (June 3, 2025 2:33 pm)

Displayed rates are for informational purposes only and are subject to change.

USD/NGN Converter

- Advertisement -
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image

Recent Posts

President Tinubu and Top Officials Attend Eid-el-Kabir Prayers in Lagos, Emphasize Peace and Progress
News
Elon Musk’s Net Worth Plummets $34 Billion Amid Explosive Feud with Donald Trump
International
BREAKING: Akwa Ibom Governor Pastor Umo Eno Defects from PDP to APC in Strategic Political Shift
Politics Top stories
BREAKING: Former Chief Justice of Nigeria, Mohammed Uwais, Passes Away at 89
News Top stories
Russia Launches Deadly Drone and Missile Strikes Across Ukraine Following Ukrainian Attacks on Russian Bomber Fleet
International
- Advertisement -
Ad imageAd image

You May Also Like

Top stories

MTN Nigeria Doubles ICT Industry Average with 41.4% Female Workforce Representation

Muhammad A. Aliyu
Muhammad A. Aliyu
June 6, 2025
News

Lagos Commuters Endure Severe Gridlock as Pre-Sallah Activities Paralyze Major Routes

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
June 6, 2025
Nigeria GDP Growth, Nigeria renewable energy
NewsTop stories

Sallah 2025: Tinubu’s Economic Optimism and Nationwide Security Measures Highlight Nigeria’s Eid Celebrations

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
June 6, 2025
Okay.ngOkay.ng
Follow US
© OKN MEDIA PUBLISHING 2025 - All rights reserved
  • About Okay.ng
  • Advertising on Okay.ng
  • Contact Okay.ng
  • Careers
  • Meet the Team behind Okay.ng
  • Ownership and Funding of Okay.ng
  • Editorial Principles at Okay.ng
adbanner
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?