Similar to Instagram, the Threads app allows users to share posts with everyone or with a small group of users. If you want to share with a small group of users who follow you on the platform, you need to set your profile private. Since Threads is a new app, you are not able to find the option to do so. In this article, you will learn how you can make your Threads profile private.
How to Make Your Threads Profile Private?
For the unaware, Threads is Meta’s text-based Twitter competitor; it is linked with Instagram, so you may make an account by logging in with your Instagram account.
Throughout the Threads app’s setup, the platform will give you the option to make your profile private. In case you missed it, there are some ways to change the privacy settings on your account and make your Threads account private.
From App Settings
The easiest way to make your Threads app profile private is through the app’s settings. Threads’ interface looks similar to Instagram’s, so the process is also familiar. Follow the steps below to do so:
1. Open the Threads app on your device.
2. Tap on the profile icon at the bottom-right side.
3. On the profile page, click on the two-line icon at the top-right side.
4. Click on Privacy, then turn on the toggle for Private Profile.
5. In the Switch to private account confirmation pop-up, tap OK.
Once done, a padlock icon will appear in the top left corner of your profile page, indicating that your account has been successfully changed from public to private.
From The Edit Profile Option
The other way to change your profile privacy on the Threads app is through the Edit Profile section of your profile. Here’s how you can do it:
1. Visit the profile page on the app by tapping on the profile icon at the bottom-right side.
2. Click on Edit Profile.
3. Enable the toggle for Private profile.
4. Tap on the Done button at the top, then click OK to confirm it.
From the Instagram App
If you already had your Instagram account set to private before signing up for the Threads app, your Threads account will be set to private as well. Hence, if you are signing up for a new account on Threads and want to make it private, here is how you can make your Instagram account private:
1. Open the Instagram app and tap on your profile icon at the bottom-right corner to visit your profile feed.
2. Click on the three-line icon at the top.
3. Select Settings and Privacy from the context menu.
4. Scroll down and tap on Account Privacy.
5. Turn on the toggle for Private Account.
6. Confirm it by tapping on Switch to Private on the prompt message.
Keep in mind that setting your Instagram profile to private after signing up for Threads will not make your Threads account private. After signing up, you need to manually set your Threads account to private using the methods listed earlier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What Happens When I Set My Threads Profile to Private?
When you set your Threads profile to private, your posts become available only to your followers. Other individuals can’t directly follow you; instead, they need your approval to become your followers. However, comments made by you on others’ posts become visible to everyone.
Q. Can I Switch Between A Private And Public Profile On The Threads App?
Yes, the Threads app allows you to switch between a private and public profile. You can quickly toggle your account privacy as per your preferences by following the steps provided in this article.
Q. Will The Threads Profile Appear as Private if My Instagram Is Set to Private?
Yes. If you already have your Instagram account set to private before downloading the Threads app, your Threads profile will be set to private as well. This ensures that your privacy settings are exactly the same on both platforms.
Q. What Happens If I Change My Instagram Account to Private After Signing Up For Threads?
If you set your Instagram account to private after signing up for Threads, your Threads account will not be impacted. To make your Threads account private, you need to manually alter the privacy settings within the Threads app.
Q. Will My Comments On Others’ Posts Be Visible To Everyone If I Have A Private Profile?
Yes, even if you have a private profile on the Threads app, the comments you leave on other people’s posts will be visible to everyone. The privacy settings only apply to the visibility of your own posts and followers.
Wrapping Up
So, this was all about how you can make your Threads profile private. I hope you find this article helpful; if so, share it with your friends and family.
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