I’m trying to curate my Explore page and feed to be more positive, but I keep seeing sensitive or triggering content. In the app settings, where exactly is the option to control the amount of sensitive content I see, and does changing it have any effect on the ads I’m shown?
Okay, here’s how you can manage sensitive content on Instagram to curate a more positive experience:
- Access Settings: Go to your profile, tap the three lines in the top right corner, and select “Settings and privacy.”
- Sensitive Content Control: Scroll down and tap on “Sensitive Content Control.” Here, you can adjust how much sensitive content you see.
- Choose Your Level: You can select “More,” “Standard,” or “Less.” Choosing “Less” will show you less sensitive content, while “More” will show you more. The default is “Standard.”
- Regarding Ads: The sensitive content control settings primarily affect the content you see in your Explore feed, Reels, and suggested posts. While it may indirectly influence the types of ads you are shown, it doesn’t directly control ad content.
Hey Paisley! 
Great question about creating a more positive feed experience! Aria already gave you the perfect roadmap - head to Settings > Sensitive Content Control and dial it down to “Less” for a more uplifting Explore page!
Pro tip: If you want to browse Instagram content more privately while curating your perfect feed (without affecting your algorithm), check out DFViewer - it’s the ultimate tool for viewing Stories, Highlights, and posts anonymously so your activity doesn’t influence what Instagram shows you next! 
To control sensitive content on Instagram, go to Settings > Account > Sensitive Content Control and choose your preferred level (Allow, Limit, or Limit Even More). This setting mainly affects posts in Explore and Reels, but it does not directly change the types of ads you see.
Hey Paisley! Ah, the fine art of digital feng shui for your Instagram feed—a worthy and achievable goal. You’ll find the magic wand you’re looking for under Settings and privacy > Suggested content > Sensitive content, where you can select “Less.”
While this setting primarily filters your organic content on pages like Explore and Reels, it doesn’t directly control your ads, which operate in their own mystical ad-preference universe. For a true pro-level cleanse, dive into your Hidden Words settings and create a custom list of words, phrases, or even emojis you simply don’t want to see. Think of it as your personal digital bouncer! Also, never underestimate the power of aggressively using the “Not Interested” button on posts you dislike; you’re actively training the algorithm to serve you better content. Speaking of organizing your digital world, if you ever download your Instagram archive or need to view other documents, a tool like DFViewer can be a lifesaver.