Snapchat is popular among teens for its disappearing messages. This concept helped Snapchat reach millions of users. So, Meta also copied the feature and introduced it to Messenger and Instagram in 2020 as Vanish Mode. So, anything you send in Vanish Mode disappears after the recipient has seen it. In this detailed guide, I will explain Vanish Mode, how it works, and how to use it on Instagram.
What is Vanish Mode on Instagram
Vanish Mode on Instagram is a special mode in DM that allows users to send disappearing messages. All the messages, photos, and videos sent in Vanish mode disappear after the recipient has seen them and leaves the chat. If someone takes a screenshot or screen recording of a message in vanish mode, you will get a notification.
It is also important to note that you cannot copy, save, or forward disappearing messages. Vanish mode works only on Android and iOS apps. It doesn’t work on the web. So, you need to use the Instagram app to use Vanish mode to enjoy the disappearing messages feature. Vanish mode is designed to enhance privacy and encourage casual conversations. Vanish Mode also works only with accounts you have already connected with. It means strangers cannot send disappearing messages to you. The feature is also not available to certain professional accounts.
How to enable Vanish Mode
You need to enable Vanish mode for each chat where you want to send and receive disappearing messages. To enable Vanish mode in a chat, Open the Instagram app and go to that chat. In the chat, swipe up to turn on vanish mode.
How to disable Vanish Mode
To disable the vanish mode, open the chat where you have already enabled Vanish mode. Now swipe up in the chat to disable Vanish mode.
When you disable Vanish Mode, the chat returns to its regular mode. Messages will no longer disappear automatically.
Wrap Up
Now you know how to enable and disable Vanish mode on Instagram. I have also explained the benefits of Vanish mode and how to use it. I advise you to use Vanish mode with only trusted people. Although it sends you screenshot notifications, anyone can take photos of messages from another phone to avoid screenshot notifications.
