Platforms & communities
Finsta
An informal name for a secondary Instagram account, often used for a smaller or more personal audience.
In everyday use
Someone keeps a separate account for close friends.
What to keep in mind
The name does not guarantee privacy; account settings and other people's sharing still matter.
Also searched as: fake Instagram
Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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