Instagram Country Flag Update: Why It Shows Your Country & How to Turn It Off
If you've recently noticed a small flag appearing on Instagram profiles, you're not alone. Instagram rolled out a new transparency feature that shows your country based on your activity. But what does it mean - and can you turn it off?
Why Instagram Shows Your Country
Instagram introduced this feature to help users identify the location of creators and prevent impersonation or misleading pages. The platform tracks your IP address, login region, and device signals.
When the Country Flag Appears
- You run ads
- You switch between multiple accounts
- You use certain third-party tools
- Your activity triggers Instagram’s transparency checks
How to Turn Off Country Visibility
You cannot remove it completely, but you can hide or reduce the accuracy by changing privacy settings:
- Open Instagram Settings
- Go to Account Center
- Select About Your Account
- Disable Country/Region Visibility
This removes the flag from showing publicly in many regions.
Will the Country Flag Affect Buying Followers?
No - you can still buy followers and engagements safely from SMM Africa. Your country flag doesn’t affect delivery or account growth; it only shows your region for transparency.
How to Buy Followers Without Issues
- Avoid switching accounts too often
- Turn off country visibility before placing large orders
- Use secure and stable SMM services like SMM Africa
Final Thoughts
Instagram’s new country flag feature is not a punishment - it’s transparency. With SMM Africa, you can grow safely, regardless of the update.