Alex Ruben
How To Clear Your Entire Following List at Once on Instagram
If you’ve ever tried cleaning up your Instagram follow list, you know it’s kinda tedious to do one by one, especially if you follow hundreds of accounts. Sometimes, it’s about privacy, or just clearing the clutter — who knows. The thing is, Instagram doesn’t really make bulk unfollowing super easy, unless you mess around with some tricks or apps. So, here are a few options, some legit, some kinda sketchy, but they all work for speeding up the process. Be warned: third-party tools can be risky or may violate Instagram’s policies, so use wisely. Anyway, the goal here is to help streamline that massive cleanup, and after some tinkering, you’ll get there.
How to Mass Unfollow on Instagram
Method 1: Use Instagram’s Built-in “Report a Problem” Trick
This is kinda sneaky, but it’s been known to work, at least sometimes. It involves using Instagram’s support feature to request account management help. Basically, you tell them you want to clear your follow list, and sometimes they respond with options to do so. Not guaranteed, but on some setups, it’s worth a shot.
- Open Instagram and go to your profile by tapping the profile icon at the bottom right.
- Tap the three horizontal lines (☰) in the top right, then select Settings and Privacy.
- Scroll down and tap Help, then choose Report a Problem.
- On the report page, explain you want to unfollow everyone or reset your following list. Mention it’s for privacy or account cleanup. Include screenshots if needed.
- Hit Submit. Now, here’s the weird part — waiting for their response. Sometimes, this can trigger a manual review, but in many cases, this might just delay things or do nothing.
Note: I’ve heard this might work in some countries or versions, but it’s kinda hit or miss. No guarantees, but it’s free and worth trying if you’re not into third-party apps.
Method 2: Use Third-Party Apps (With Caution)
If you want to really speed things up, some apps claim to help mass unfollow on Instagram. There are apps like IG Cleaner or Mass Unfollow for Instagram. But here’s the scoop: you have to log in with your Instagram account, which always carries a risk because it’s going through third-party servers.
- Download one of these apps from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Log in using your Instagram credentials. Double-check reviews first—no shady stuff or apps with bad ratings.
- Follow the app’s instructions—usually, it will give you an option to mass unfollow or select a bunch of accounts to unfollow at once.
Expect to see some delays or occasional errors, especially if Instagram detects weird activity. And be aware: using these apps might get your account temporarily flagged or limited if Instagram sees you doing too much too fast. Kind of weird, but sometimes, they just stop working after a while or get banned altogether.
Method 3: Use Desktop Scripts or Automation (Advanced / Not Recommended)
If you’re into coding or automation, there are Python scripts or browser extensions that can unfollow in bulk. For example, some GitHub scripts or Chrome extensions can do the job, but this is kinda risky and can get your account shadowbanned or suspended. If you really want to go down this route, it’s about editing the scripts or using tools like Winhance for automation.
Always remember: you need to be comfortable with scripting, and it’s best to run these in a controlled environment with a fresh account to test. Because of course, Instagram has to make it harder than necessary.
Extra Tips & Common Snags
- Don’t go ham on unfollowing if you value your account—mass unfollowing fast can trigger limits or temporary bans.
- If you’re using third-party apps, space out the unfollows — don’t do hundreds in one go or Instagram will flag it.
- Check your Privacy and Security Settings beforehand if you’re concerned about what’s visible or accessible; sometimes, just making your account private helps.
Summary
- Try the built-in report issue for a semi-legit approach, but it’s kinda hit or miss.
- Use third-party unfollow tools cautiously—review, then proceed if comfortable.
- If feeling techy, scripting and automation are options, but riskier.
- Always back up your account info if possible and be patient with limits.
Wrap-up
Mass unfollowing on Instagram isn’t officially a button, so it takes some creative workarounds. The key is to pick a method based on how risky you’re willing to go, or how fast you wanna get the job done. Whatever route it is, just remember: Instagram can be pretty strict about suspicious activity, so don’t get carried away. Sometimes, a few hundred at a time is better than trying to clear everything in one shot. Fingers crossed this helps — worked for multiple setups, so it might work for yours too.