To remove or turn off Vanish Mode on Instagram, follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram app on your smartphone and go to the Direct Messages (DM) section by tapping the paper airplane or Messenger icon at the top right of your home screen.
- Open the chat where Vanish Mode is currently enabled. You will notice a darker or shaded background indicating Vanish Mode is active.
- To disable Vanish Mode, simply swipe up from the bottom of the chat screen and release. This gesture will turn off Vanish Mode and return the chat to its normal appearance
Alternatively, if swiping up does not work or you prefer another method:
- Tap the profile name or username at the top of the chat screen to open chat settings.
- Select "Privacy and safety."
- Find the "Vanish Mode" toggle and switch it off to disable Vanish Mode for that conversation
Note that Vanish Mode must be turned off individually for each chat where it is enabled. Also, Vanish Mode is only available on the Instagram mobile app, not on the web or desktop versions
. If you experience trouble disabling Vanish Mode, ensure your Instagram app is updated to the latest version, restart your device, or clear the app cache if on Android
. In summary, the quickest way to remove Vanish Mode is to open the chat with Vanish Mode on and swipe up from the bottom of the screen until the mode is turned off and the chat returns to normal
