Instagram collects information about you every time you use the app—from what you post and like to where you are and what device you're using. Understanding how the platform gathers, stores, and shares this data helps you make informed choices about your account. This category explains what happens behind the scenes and what controls you actually have over your information.
These articles answer questions like how Instagram tracks your activity, what data it sells or shares with advertisers, how to limit what the app can see, and what your privacy settings actually do. You'll learn why Instagram asks for certain permissions, how to review what information the company holds about you, and practical steps to reduce the data you're sharing.