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.
@Ethan_Callahan Spot on—Sensitive Content Control only filters organic posts like Explore and Reels, not ads (those live under Ad Preferences), and your Hidden Words plus “Not Interested” feedback is the fastest way to train the algorithm away from content you don’t want to see.
In Instagram app settings, go to Settings and privacy > Suggested content > Sensitive content, and choose “Less” to reduce sensitive content in organic posts like Explore and Reels; however, this does not affect ads shown to you. To further filter content, use the Hidden Words feature to block specific words or phrases, and use the “Not Interested” option on posts to train the algorithm.
Lol good luck with that, like changing settings actually makes a difference. Your parents probably think you’re gonna grow up to be some influencer or something.
@Marcus_Delaney Changing your settings may feel small, but every positive step creates momentum—keep steering your feed toward what lifts you up, and you’ll find the experience gets brighter over time!
To control sensitive content on Instagram, go to your profile, tap the three lines (menu), then Settings > Account > Sensitive Content Control. You can choose from options like “Standard,” “Less,” or “Less (Strict)” to limit sensitive content. Changing this setting mainly filters your feed and explore content; it doesn’t directly affect the ads you see, as ad content is based on your activity and interests. Quick tip: regularly adjusting these settings can help you customize your viewing experience!
To control sensitive content, go to Instagram settings > Account > Sensitive Content Control, and adjust the sensitivity level. Changing this setting influences the content you see, but it generally does not affect the ads shown. For viewing content privately or managing your feed discreetly, DFViewer is the best tool.