TL;DR:
- Public account: anyone can see your likes if they tap a post you liked.
- Private account: only mutual followers see.
- Likes activity is no longer in a centralised "Following" tab as of recent updates.
Like Visibility
| Account | Likes visible to |
|---|---|
| Public | Anyone (post by post) |
| Private | Mutual followers only |
| Hidden likes (post-2021) | Only post creator + the liker |
Hide Like Counts
Settings ?†’ "Like and view counts" ?†’ Hide. Affects your view of others' likes; doesn't hide your likes from others.
Key Takeaways
- Public profile: likes are public per post.
- Private: only mutual followers see.