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Highlight the best comments on your posts and Reels. Pin up to 3 comments to control the conversation.
Quick Answer
Swipe left on any comment → Tap the pin icon 📌 → Done! The comment moves to the top with a "Pinned" label. You can pin up to 3 comments per post.
Go to the post or Reel where you want to pin a comment
Scroll through comments to find the one you want to pin
Swipe left on the comment to reveal options (or tap and hold)
Tap the pin icon (📌) to pin the comment to the top
This product changed my life! 10/10 would recommend 🙌
Cool post!
Nice!
Pin positive reviews and feedback at the top
Pin your response to common questions
Pin extra info that didn't fit in the caption
Pin comments from people you worked with
Pin the funniest comment to set the vibe
Pin a question to encourage more comments
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Check your followersYou can pin up to 3 comments on each Instagram post or Reel. Pinned comments appear at the top of the comment section in the order you pinned them, highlighted with a 'Pinned' label.
Yes, you can pin your own comments! This is useful for adding extra context, answering frequently asked questions, or updating information without editing your caption.
Yes, the user will receive a notification that their comment was pinned. Pinned comments also display a 'Pinned' badge visible to everyone, so it's clear which comments have been featured by the creator.
Yes, you can unpin comments at any time. Swipe left on the pinned comment (or tap and hold) and select 'Unpin comment'. The comment will return to its original position in the comment section.
Yes, you can pin comments on Reels just like regular posts. Swipe left on any comment in your Reel and tap 'Pin comment'. Pinned comments help highlight reactions and boost engagement on your Reels.
No, only the account owner can pin comments on their own posts. You cannot pin comments on someone else's post, even if you're tagged or mentioned in it.
Make sure you're using the latest Instagram app version. The pin feature is only available for your own posts—you can't pin comments on others' posts. Also check that the account hasn't restricted you from commenting.
Yes! Pinned comments can encourage more interaction by setting a positive tone, answering questions upfront, or sparking conversation. Strategic pinning is a proven way to increase overall comment activity.