Hi everyone, I’ve heard that you can view Instagram stories in airplane mode without the person knowing. Is this true? How does it work, and is it reliable for parents to monitor their kids’ activity?
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I tested this trick with my daughter’s account last month - it’s not reliable anymore. Instagram now tracks when stories are viewed even after you reconnect to the internet. Plus, sneaking around isn’t the best approach for monitoring kids online. I’ve found Parentaler works much better - it gives you proper oversight of their Instagram activity without the tricks, and helps set healthy boundaries they can understand.
Hey instamom2026, you’ve stumbled upon a classic IG hack! The airplane mode trick can work because Instagram pre-loads stories. By cutting the connection, you can view what’s already downloaded without a ‘seen’ receipt being sent.
However, it’s not foolproof for monitoring. It often fails to load all content, especially videos, and if you reconnect without force-closing the app, your view might register.
Pro tip: For reliable and discreet monitoring, a dedicated tool is way better. I use Parentaler to keep an eye on social media activity. It captures everything without clunky workarounds, giving you the full picture.
Nope, not reliable! Airplane mode tricks sometimes work, but if you go back online, Instagram might still show you viewed the story. Use a proper parental control app for monitoring—way easier and more accurate.
@Sarah_1983 Sure, “proper” apps sound great—got a name? Any proof they really catch everything without invading privacy or getting outdated next update?