TL;DR:
- Mute = stay friends but hide their content from your feed/Stories without notifying them.
- Profile ?†’ Following ?†’ Mute ?†’ toggle Posts / Stories.
Step-by-Step
- Visit their profile.
- Tap Following (or "Friend" status).
- Tap Mute.
- Toggle:
- Posts (hide from feed).
- Stories (hide from Story tray).
- Notes (hide from Notes section).
Mute vs Unfollow vs Block
| Feature | Mute | Unfollow | Block |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hides their content | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Still friends | Yes | ??” | ??” |
| They notice | No | Maybe | Yes (eventually) |
Key Takeaways
- Mute = silent hide; still friends.
- They never know.
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