The digital world has made it possible to speak your mind online or offline. There are plenty of social media platforms, but one of them, Instagram, allows you to upload your pronoun on your profile without changing your face. This feature safeguards the treatment of users, ensuring that they are all being treated correctly.
It’s easy to know how to set up your pronouns whether you’re on Instagram using Android, iOS, or through the web. On each platform, let us walk you through the steps so that your profile accurately reflects who you are…
How to set your pronouns on Instagram (Android)
- Tap your picture or profile in the Instagram app’s bottom right corner.
- From here, tap Select Edit Profile, then Pronouns.
- Type the word or long string describing who you are and pick from those listed.
- To remove any pronoun, tap the “x” next to it.
- Afterward, tap the checkmark at the top right to save your changes in the database.
- To prevent folks you don’t know from seeing your pronouns, toggle the Show to followers-only option. Automatic is on for users below 18.
Controlling visibility
You can use Instagram to tell only your followers what your pronouns are. In the same Pronouns menu, you can turn this feature on or off — offering extra privacy for younger users or those who prefer to share this information more conveniently.
How to set your pronouns on Instagram (iOS)
- Tap the picture of yourself in the bottom right so it opens the Instagram app, and then you’ll come to your profile.
- Then tap Edit Profile and select Pronouns.
- Put your preferred pronouns’ input; see the suggested ones.
- You can remove pronouns by tapping the “x” next to the chosen ones.
- When you’re done, tap Done in the top right corner.
- On Android (and iOS), you can toggle Show to followers only to choose whether your pronouns are visible only to your followers.
Personalizing pronoun visibility
In addition, by default, the pronouns are only shown to followers for added privacy, especially to users under 18. This setting is adjustable, making it very easy to adjust to the needs of the individual.
How about setting pronouns on Instagram from PC?
At the time of writing, there’s no way to add pronouns on Instagram’s web platform. But even though you can’t view this feature on a computer, it is available on your mobile device. For Android or iOS, you need to follow the steps above to add your pronouns.
Getting people’s pronouns right on Google Meet calls is tough. But worse, it could cause you to be caught off guard in awkward moments where you don’t know how to treat the person you’re talking to. It’s not always easy to verbalize your pronouns; repeating them on every call can be exhausting. Fortunately, Google offers a solution for users with Google Workspace (Enterprise and Education) accounts: It’s a simple way to display your pronouns alongside your name. This feature then displays your pronouns in Google Meet, Google Chat, Google Calendar, and even Google Docs when your system administrator permits them. It makes for inclusivity and lessens the feeling of having to announce pronouns at every meeting. Accepting this functionality can foster comfortable interaction for all involved and maintain professional relationships where respect for identity is maintained.
However, pronouns are important to identity, so you can easily display your preferred pronouns on Instagram. Such functionality also promotes inclusivity and makes for a respectful space for everyone. It’s a simple way to keep your profile upfront, accurate, and respectful, whether sharing pronouns for the first time or updating them.
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