In the dynamic world of Instagram, users often find themselves toggling between different account types based on their evolving needs. If you’ve been navigating the landscape with a business or professional account but yearn for the simplicity of a personal profile, we have you covered. Learn how to effortlessly switch back to a personal account on both the Instagram app and web version with our step-by-step guide.
Switching to a Personal Account on Instagram App:
- Open the Instagram app and tap your profile icon in the bottom navbar.
- Access the hamburger menu in the top right corner of your profile page.
- Navigate to “Settings and privacy” in the pop-up menu.
- Scroll down to “Business tools and controls” or “Creator tools and controls.”
- Locate the “Switch account type” option and tap on it.
- Select “Switch to personal account” and confirm in the pop-up.
Switching to a Personal Account on Instagram Web:
- Log in to your Instagram account on the desktop browser.
- Click on “More” in the bottom left corner and go to “Settings.”
- Scroll down to select “Business tools and controls” or “Creator tools and controls.”
- Choose “Switch to personal account” and click on “Switch Back” in the confirmation pop-up.
Important Note: Changing your account type has implications, including the removal of user insights, the inability to boost posts, potential loss of the verified badge, and other adjustments to your Instagram experience.
Should You Switch from a Professional to a Personal Account?
The decision to switch depends on your goals and preferences. Personal accounts offer ease of use and creative freedom, while professional accounts cater to brands with analytics and insights. Evaluate your priorities and choose the account type that aligns with your Instagram journey.
FAQ
Q: Can I switch my account type to Personal from Business again? A: Yes. Instagram does not apply a limit on changing account types. So you can switch from your business to a personal account anytime you want to.
Q: What happens to my insights If I switch my account to Personal on Instagram? A: When you change your account type from professional to personal, all the insights along with other analytical metrics will be deleted.
Q: Will I lose my followers If I switch to a Personal account on Instagram? A: No. Changing your account type will not have any effect on your follower count. Your current followers will stay the same even if you change back to a business account type.
Q: How many Instagram accounts can I have at a time on Instagram? A: Instagram lets you operate up to 5 professional accounts, whether it be a creator or a business account at a time.
Q: Can I set my Professional account to Private on Instagram? A: No. Professional accounts cannot be set to private. To do that, you will first have to change your account to personal and then toggle on private account from settings.
