After dinner During a relaxing weekend. Shortly after an accomplishment, like a good report card.
Users post and edit pictures on Instagram with built-in photo-editing software. Users can follow their friends to see their pictures on a photo reel. While you can like and comment on photos, there is no “chat-room” function on Instagram. You do not need to provide any personal information, other than a private email address, to join. [1] X Research source
You want to practice photography. You want to explore famous photographers and locations. You and your friends capture and share special moments together online.
Show them professional accounts, like National Geographic or the Food Network, that match up to your interests. There is incredible art and photography on Instagram that your parents may not be aware of.
You can find the guide in multiple languages through the Instagram Help Center → Privacy & Safety Center → Tips for Parents. [2] X Research source
This is also a great way to show parents how simple Instagram is to use, which may help them feel more comfortable with the app.
Make eye contact, if you feel comfortable with doing so. Keep your voice calm and collected. Agree with them on certain points, even if you have a “counter-point. " Focus on you and your trustworthiness, not the shadow of “evil” online lurkers.
Yelling or getting angry now will only hurt your chances of getting an account later.
You aren’t mature enough yet. There are bad people on the internet. Public photos will follow you for the rest of your life.
Private accounts allow you to manually choose who you let follow you. Anyone can anonymously flag rude, offensive, or explicit content for removal. You do not need to give your real name or contact information on Instagram. Geotagging, which attaches your location to your photos, can be turned off in “Settings. “[4] X Research source
Believe it or not, it takes a lot of responsibility to use social media. If you can prove that you’re capable of handling your real-world responsibilities, they may think you’re able to handle Instagram. Remember, however, that if you are only doing this to “trick” them into letting you on Instagram you’ll likely lose your account the minute you stop being responsible. To get their blessing you need to be respectful every day.
Allow you to accept or deny any new followers. Removes you from search engine results. Hides your information and photos from anyone you have not cleared already. [6] X Research source
Set up your account together, which lets them see the app first-hand.
Show them pictures you’ve taken. Ask them to help pick a filter every now and then. Take a “family selfie” with them on vacation or at a cool location.
Effective Instagram accounts post 1-3 pictures a day, not 100. [7] X Research source
