Instagram's 'quiet mode': a relief for users tired of distracting notifications

Meta introduced a new Instagram feature that is 'quiet mode' on January 19, which is essentially a Do Not Disturb setting tailored to the app. It disables notifications and automatically responds to DM attempts.

Instagram rolls out 'quiet mode'

All notifications will be paused and the profile's activity status will change to 'In quiet mode' when the option is enabled. Instagram will send an auto-reply informing the sender that 'quiet mode' has been activated if someone sends a direct message during this time.

Despite the fact that the feature is available to all users, Instagram appears to be targeting teens. Teens are being encouraged to activate the feature "when they spend a specific amount of time on Instagram late at night," according to Instagram, promoting this new feature as a study aid.

Instagram users have the option to choose Quiet Mode to take a break, study, sleep, or otherwise disconnect. The app will help you catch up by providing a summary of what you missed while in 'quiet mode' when you stop using it.

Users in the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand will be the first to experience the 'quiet mode'. Instagram claims that it will soon be available in additional nations.

In addition to this feature Instagram is introducing a number of new features, such as the capability for parents to view the accounts that their teen has blocked and enhanced control over what appears on the Explore section of the app.