In recent weeks, Instagram users have reported a concerning surge in explicit pornographic content on the platform. This type of content is expressly prohibited by Instagram’s Community Guidelines, yet it is increasingly pervasive. Despite these violations, Meta appears to be taking no significant action to address or mitigate the issue.
Users have expressed their frustration, highlighting specific examples such as the Instagram account @mumbai.vibe.69. This account has been posting pornographic content since July 11. Despite numerous user reports, Instagram has not yet taken action to remove the content or ban the account, showcasing a significant lapse in moderation.
Meanwhile, many users [1][2] are getting banned temporarily or permanently for making harmless comments under posts, highlighting the inconsistency in Instagram’s enforcement of its community guidelines. This inconsistency suggests that the issue is not with the moderation system itself but rather with Instagram’s oversight.
One theory among users is that Instagram is deliberately overlooking pornographic content. It's widely acknowledged that such content draws significant attention, and Instagram might be leveraging this to increase user engagement and the time spent on the app. Another theory is that the recent "freaky" Instagram update caused the issue.
Whatever the reason may be, we strongly recommend that you report any pornographic content or accounts you come across on Instagram. Taking these actions can help us maintain a safe environment on the platform for everyone, including children. To further improve your experience, we suggest resetting your Instagram algorithm.