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πŸ”’ How Can I Make My Profile Private?

Here’s how to switch to a private account in just a few steps:

Mitesh Shethwala avatar
Written by Mitesh Shethwala
Updated over a month ago

Want more control over who sees your moments and interacts with your profile?
​Currently gives you the option to make your profile private β€” so only people you approve can follow you and view your moments.


πŸ› οΈ How to Make Your Profile Private

  1. Open the Currently app

  2. Tap your profile icon (bottom right)

  3. Tap the gear/settings icon βš™οΈ (usually top right)

  4. Go to Privacy Settings

  5. Toggle Private Account to ON

Once enabled, your account becomes private immediately.


πŸ” What Happens When Your Profile is Private?

Action

What It Means

πŸ”’ Your moments are hidden

Only approved followers can see your content

πŸ™‹ New followers need approval

People must send a request to follow you

πŸ—ΊοΈ Moments not shown on Map/Discover

Your posts will not appear publicly

βœ… You stay in control

You can approve or reject any new connection


πŸ‘οΈ Who Can Still See Your Moments?

  • People you’ve already approved (followers from before you went private)

  • No one else can see your profile, moments, check-ins, or past activity


πŸ”„ Can I Go Back to Public Later?

Yes! You can switch your profile back to public at any time:

  1. Return to Privacy Settings

  2. Toggle Private Account to OFF

Your profile and moments will be visible again to everyone, including in Discover and on the Map (if applicable).


βœ… Summary

Setting

Result

Private Account: ON

Only approved followers see your content

Private Account: OFF

Everyone can view your profile and moments

Can switch anytime

βœ… Yes β€” you're always in control


πŸ’‘ Tip

Even if your account is public, you can still block users, delete comments, and control who can message you in your Chat settings.


Need help setting your account to private or managing follower requests?
Visit the Help Center or contact Support β€” we’ve got your back.

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