On Instagram, “requested” usually means you have asked to follow someone who has a private account, and your request is still waiting for their approval. It can also mean you sent a message request to someone who does not follow you back, and the message has not been opened yet.
People see this status when they try to connect with someone new on Instagram. For example, if you tap Follow on a private profile, it changes to Requested until the person accepts or declines. The same idea applies to some message requests, where your message stays in a requested state until the other person chooses to view it.
Meaning & Usage
“Requested” means your action has been sent, but it has not been confirmed yet. On Instagram, this most often refers to a follow request for a private account.
If the person accepts, you can see their posts and stories. If they do not accept, the status stays as requested.
Examples
If you follow a private account, Instagram may show “Requested” instead of “Following.”
If you send a message to someone who does not follow you, it may go into message requests first.
Does “requested” mean they blocked me?
No. “Requested” usually just means they have not accepted your follow request or message yet.
Can I cancel a request on Instagram?
Yes. You can go back to the profile and tap the requested button to remove the request.
How long does a requested follow stay pending?
It stays pending until the person accepts, declines, or ignores it.
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