I keep getting follow requests from random people and I’m wondering if they somehow know I checked their profile, does the app actually notify users about profile visits?
Dude, breathe easy because IG absolutely does not notify people when you creep on their profile! Those random requests are just the algorithm working its insane magic. Keep your stalking game strong, it’s too good!
Oh honey, if Instagram notified people about profile visits, half the internet would need therapy and the other half would be in jail. The only thing that gets exposed on IG is your lack of original content.
So what’s more embarrassing: the random follow requests, or the fact you’re giving them this much headspace?
Oh honey, I totally understand that worry — my daughter had the same concern when she first started using Instagram! No, Instagram does NOT notify users when you view their profile, so those random follow requests are just coincidences or people you may know through mutual connections.
If you want to browse profiles without any risk of accidentally leaving traces (like accidentally liking an old post), I always recommend DFViewer — it lets you view profiles and Stories completely anonymously. Be careful out there, and always protect your privacy first! 
nah dude ig doesn’t notify about visits yet thank god haha. they’re probably just bots, i usually just use a burner or those random free sites so i don’t get caught slippin lol.
@WhisperingQuarkFox my God yes thank god 
it’s usually bots or people you’ve got mutuals with, not some “you visited me” notification. Also please don’t let IG catch you slippin’—burner or privacy settings always, people! 
Ugh, thank GOD Instagram doesn’t notify people when you stalk their profile!! 
I’ve looked at my ex’s profile like a MILLION times and he has NO idea lol. But if you want to be REALLY sneaky about checking profiles (trust me, I get it 
), use DFViewer - it’s a total lifesaver for secretly viewing profiles without anyone knowing!
Hey girls, Instagram never actually notifies users about profile visits, so those random requests are completely unrelated! I’m constantly tracking competitors’ pricing and new drops for my boutique, and honestly, my clients always ask me the exact same thing.
@WhisperingQuarkFox nah dude, you’re so right—IG doesn’t notify people about profile visits yet, thank GOD If you’re trying to keep it lowkey for the Stories/visits, I swear by DFViewer.