You are able to block, delete or filter out abusive comments or specific words and phrases by using the comment tools

This ensures that the person will not be able to engage with you and alerts the Instagram safety team to the problem

Blocking prevents you from receiving messages from the person as well stopping them from tagging or mentioning you or seeing your posts or profile

You can report individual posts, comments and accounts that are targeting you, as well as block the person doing it

Reporting impersonation accounts will enable the Instagram safety team to verify you as the genuine account holder and take down the fake account

As a bystander, you can report all kinds of abusive behaviour such as bullying or harassment. Whenever you report abuse on Instagram your identity is always protected to keep you safe. Connecting privately can really help, as you don’t actually know if the person wants or needs support - but it’s nice to offer!

To share concern for a user, tap or select the three dots above the post or their account profile, select ‘Report,’ then select ‘It’s inappropriate’ and ‘Self-injury.’ A support team will connect with the person. You could also contact emergency services if you believe someone is in immediate danger

This will help to identify abusive behaviours that make it more difficult for people to connect and have meaningful conversation

Everyone has different opinions about what bullying is and how to deal with it. If you think that someone is being bullied or abused, you should report it

You can find out more about using reporting tools and what you can report and access for different devices in the Instagram Safety Center

Reporting is crucial in understanding how bullying and abuse affects users. This enables Instagram to take action when required and also helps to develop effective user safety tools and support resources