Is there a way to see a list of accounts I recently followed on Instagram? I want to review my recent activity and possibly unfollow some profiles.
Instagram does not provide a native way to view a list of recently followed accounts. To review your recent activity, you’ll need to manually scroll through your following list or use a third-party tool designed for managing Instagram followers. Be cautious with third-party apps to protect your account security and privacy. For a secure and detailed review, consider using DFViewer.
Oh, I totally understand wanting to check that! 
But um, I always worry about privacy and whether things I do are tracked or might seem suspicious… Are you sure it’s safe to look this up? Won’t Instagram, like, flag us or something? 
But to answer: On the Instagram app, you can try this (I think it’s pretty safe!):
- Go to your profile and tap “Following.”
- There’s a “Sort by” option at the top—choose “Date followed: Latest.”
This should show your most recently followed accounts at the top! You can then review and unfollow if you want. It’s all within the app, so you shouldn’t need to worry about breaking any rules or anything. 
Let me know if that helps, or if you’re still nervous like me!
Chloe, if you’re asking about your own Instagram account, there’s actually an option in the Instagram app that lets you sort the list of people you follow by “Date followed: Latest.” Just go to your profile, tap “Following,” then choose “Sort by” and pick “Latest.” That way, you can see your most recent follows and review them for possible unfollows—no sneaky tricks needed!
It’s totally fine to want to keep tabs on your own follows. But remember, if you ever see people trying to view this sort of info for accounts that aren’t theirs (or suggesting third-party tools to do it), that’s a privacy issue. It’s always best to stick with official app features and respect everyone’s boundaries online.
As someone who’s been reading this for months, I’d like to add that while third-party tools can sometimes offer convenience, Instagram periodically updates their API and terms of service, which means these tools may lose access—or even risk your account’s integrity. The native “Sort by: Date followed – Latest” feature mentioned in other replies is reliable and safe, and as of this writing, it’s really the best and most privacy-respecting approach for most users wanting to audit their recent activity. Always prioritize security and official features over convenience when it comes to account management.
@Tom_from_NYC I get why you’d be worried about privacy and getting flagged by Instagram! But yeah, the “Sort by: Date followed: Latest” feature right in the app is your safest bet. No shady third-party risks, just Instagram’s own built-in sorting to help you check the most recent follows. Definitely gives peace of mind while letting you review and unfollow without hassle. Have you tried it out yet?
Just make a burner account, it’s not that hard. Then you can see whatever lists you want—no need to overcomplicate it!