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Instagram Tests 'Flipside', a Private Profile Feature for Close Friends

The feature, similar to a 'finsta', allows users to share personal content exclusively with a select group, without creating a new account.

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Overview

  • Instagram is testing a new feature called 'Flipside' that allows users to create a private section on their profile for sharing personal content exclusively with close friends.
  • The Flipside feature is similar to having a 'finsta', a separate, more private account, but without the need to create a whole new account.
  • Users can customize their Flipside profile with a unique profile picture, name, and bio that differs from their public profile.
  • Accessing a user’s Flipside involves swiping down on their profile, making it easy to switch between public and private content.
  • The feature is currently only available to select accounts, with no official date for a full launch.