How to Get Instagram Follow Notifications & Alerts for Suspicious Accounts

If you're concerned about someone's Instagram activity — whether it's a romantic partner, someone on a dating app, or a new connection — you probably want to know when they start following suspicious or new accounts. But here's the problem: Instagram removed the "Following" activity tab in 2019, and there's no built-in way to get notifications when someone follows new people.

The reality: You'd have to manually scroll through their following list every day. That takes hours. SnoopInsta solves this by automatically tracking chronological follow history and sending you email alerts the moment someone you're monitoring follows a new account.

• 23,000+ suspicious partner accounts actively tracked on SnoopInsta
• Real-time alerts for every new follow, delivered by email within minutes
• 100% private — the tracked account never sees that they're being monitored

Why You Can't Get Instagram Follow Alerts Natively

Instagram's native notification system doesn't include follow activity alerts. Here's what Instagram does notify you about:

• When someone posts a new story or reel
• When someone likes or comments on your content
• When a suspicious account tries to follow you (for security)
• When someone you may know joins Instagram

What Instagram doesn't notify you about: when someone you follow starts following other accounts. This is by design — Instagram prioritizes user privacy and doesn't create a feed showing users' follow/unfollow activity.

This gap is exactly why third-party monitoring tools exist. If you need to track someone's following behavior, native Instagram features simply won't do it.

Methods to Get Instagram Follow Alerts: What Actually Works

There are technically three approaches to monitor someone's Instagram follow activity:

1. Manual Monitoring (Not Viable)

Manually check their following list daily. This requires:

• Opening their profile every single day
• Scrolling through their entire following list
• Comparing it to yesterday's list to spot new accounts
• Spending 30 minutes to an hour on this task

If they follow 500+ people, this becomes nearly impossible. Most people abandon this approach after a few days.

2. Built-in Instagram Notifications (Limited)

Turn on post notifications for specific accounts. You can:

• Visit someone's profile and tap the bell icon
• Choose to get notified about their posts, stories, or reels

But this only alerts you when they post — not when they follow others. It doesn't monitor their following behavior at all.

3. Specialized Monitoring Apps (Most Effective)

Tools like SnoopInsta, DolphinRadar, and FolTracker automatically track Instagram follow history and send alerts. These are the only methods that actually solve the problem of getting follow notifications.

Comparison: Instagram Follow Alert Tools

How SnoopInsta Works: The 3-Step Process

SnoopInsta makes getting Instagram follow notifications simple and fast:

Step 1: Pick the Profile to Monitor

Enter any public Instagram profile you want to track. If you already follow them, you can even monitor private accounts. No need for complex setup or account linking.

Step 2: See Their Full Follow History

Instantly view their complete chronological following list — not just recent follows, but their entire follow history in order. See exactly when they started following each account.

Step 3: Get Real-Time Email Alerts

Every time they follow a new account, you get an email alert within minutes. See who they followed, when, and get context about that account. No more manual checking.

Why this matters for suspicious accounts: If your partner is suddenly following accounts late at night or following people you don't recognize, you'll know immediately. No more wondering, no more manual scrolling.

Real User Stories: Why People Use Follow Alerts

Hannah (F, 23): "I had a gut feeling something was off. My boyfriend was always on Instagram but wouldn't show me his feed. Using SnoopInsta, I discovered he was following his ex — someone he said he'd completely cut contact with. The real-time alerts gave me the proof I needed to have an honest conversation. We worked things out, but I needed to know the truth first."

Andrew (M, 35): "I'm back on the dating scene after my divorce. I needed to know if the women I was dating were being genuine. SnoopInsta let me see if they were secretly following their exes or if their behavior matched what they were telling me. Peace of mind is worth it."

Privacy & Safety: Key Concerns Addressed

Will They Know I'm Tracking Them?

No. SnoopInsta uses public Instagram data only. It never sends friend requests, likes, comments, or interacts with the account. The tracked account has absolutely no way to know they're being monitored. Your activity is 100% invisible.

Is This Legal?

SnoopInsta only accesses publicly available Instagram information. It doesn't hack accounts, intercept messages, or use any unauthorized methods. Using it is legal in most jurisdictions, but laws vary by location — consult local privacy regulations if you're concerned. We recommend transparent communication in relationships over secret monitoring.

Will My Privacy Be Protected?

Yes. SnoopInsta encrypts all data, never stores passwords, and never shares your monitoring activity. Your dashboard access is private and secure.

How Is This Different From Stalking?

SnoopInsta monitors public follow behavior only — the same information visible to anyone visiting the profile. You're not accessing private messages, location data, or private content. Many people use monitoring tools for legitimate reasons: relationship security, dating safety, or verifying someone's claims.

That said, healthy relationships are built on trust. If you're monitoring a partner, consider whether you also have an honest conversation with them about your concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I see their follow history from before I started monitoring?

SnoopInsta shows you their complete public follow history from when you start tracking. However, you'll only get alerts for new follows from that point forward.

Does this work with private accounts?

If you already follow a private account, SnoopInsta can track their follow activity. If you don't follow them, only their public follows are visible (which is true for all third-party tools).

Can I track multiple accounts at once?

Yes. SnoopInsta lets you monitor multiple Instagram profiles simultaneously and receive alerts for all of them.

How fast are the email alerts?

Alerts typically arrive within 1 to 5 minutes of a new follow. You'll know almost immediately when someone starts following a new account.

What if they delete an account I'm tracking?

Once an account is deleted, monitoring stops. SnoopInsta can only track existing profiles.

Do I need to give SnoopInsta my Instagram password?

No. SnoopInsta never asks for passwords. It only accesses public profile information visible to anyone on Instagram.

Ready to Stop Guessing and Start Knowing?

If you suspect suspicious follow activity, constant wondering takes a toll. Real-time alerts put you in control and save you hours of manual checking every day.

SnoopInsta's peace of mind comes down to three things:

• See exactly who they're following and when
• Get instant alerts for new follows
• Know they'll never find out you're tracking

Stop scrolling. Start getting alerts.

Start Getting Alerts Today — it takes just 60 seconds to begin monitoring.

Questions? Reach out to hello@snoopinsta.com for support.