FAQ
Everything you need to know about Ghostigram
Find answers about Instagram profile viewing, public versus private visibility, privacy policies, and how to use the viewer responsibly.
What is Ghostigram?+
Ghostigram is a browser-based Instagram profile viewer focused on public account previews, bios, and recent public posts.
Do I need an Instagram account to use Ghostigram?+
No. You can search public Instagram profiles without signing in to Ghostigram.
Can Ghostigram view private Instagram accounts?+
No. Ghostigram respects privacy settings and only shows limited profile header information for private accounts.
What profile details can I preview?+
For public accounts you can usually preview the profile picture, bio, post totals, follower counts, following counts, and recent public posts.
Does Ghostigram store my searches?+
Search behavior may be measured in aggregated analytics when consent is given, but we do not create public user accounts or expose your searches.
Why is a profile showing as private?+
That status comes from the account visibility setting chosen by the Instagram account owner.
Can I use Ghostigram for brand research?+
Yes. It is useful for quick checks on public creator, business, and community profiles.
Is Ghostigram affiliated with Instagram?+
No. Ghostigram is an independent viewer experience and is not endorsed by or affiliated with Instagram.
How do I report a problem?+
Use the contact page to share the username, issue summary, and browser details if relevant.
Can I request deletion of contact form data?+
Yes. Privacy requests can be sent to hello@ghostigram.com and will be handled according to applicable law.