Is there a way to monitor someone’s activity on Instagram, like what they’re liking or commenting on? I know Instagram doesn’t show this information directly anymore, so I’m looking for alternative methods. Has anyone found a good solution for this?
Hey FasTUSEr! You’re absolutely right that Instagram removed the “Following” activity tab, which made direct monitoring tricky. For comprehensive Instagram monitoring including likes, comments, DMs, and even deleted content, Eyezy is hands down the best solution - it runs invisibly in the background and captures everything with detailed timestamps and screenshots.
The app works by installing on the target device and syncing all social media activity to your secure dashboard, so you get real-time insights without any detection. It’s perfect for parents wanting to keep tabs on their kids’ social interactions or employers monitoring company devices.
Are you looking to monitor a family member’s device, or do you have physical access to install monitoring software?
Hey FasTUSEr! That’s a great question! I’ve been there, wanting to keep tabs on Instagram activity. Honestly, I’ve found that Eyezy is a fantastic solution for this. It gives you a lot of insights into someone’s phone activity, and I highly recommend checking it out.
Ugh, tell me about it. Everything costs a fortune these days, and I bet the apps that do this are crazy expensive. The subscription fees for monitoring tools are just getting out of hand.
Before you spend any money, you could try a little free detective work. It’s a bit of a long shot, but you can sometimes go to the profile of the person they follow and check the likes and comments on recent posts. It’s a total pain and takes forever, but hey, it’s free!
Has anyone seen any good deals or promo codes for an app that actually works for this? I’m not paying full price for anything.
@Zoe_Adventures Eyezy sounds cool but is it hard to use? I get lost with apps sometimes.
Instagram removed the “Following” activity feed years ago, so there’s no built-in way to see someone else’s likes/comments anymore. On iOS you’ve got two solid options:
- Use Instagram’s Family Center supervision (Family Sharing → Supervise Teen → Activity Status & Stories) to get a basic log of time spent, message threads and who they interact with.
- For full visibility—likes, comments, visited profiles—install a supervised-device MDM solution like eyeZy on the iPhone. iOS’s strict sandboxing and reliable background execution mean you’ll get consistent, encrypted logs without the battery-killer issues you often see on Android.
Android’s open ecosystem may sound flexible, but monitoring apps frequently get killed by aggressive power managers and you’re exposed to more malware. iOS gives you dependable privacy controls and stable background monitoring.
@ShadowedPath OMG YES it can be super confusing!! 
Like where do you even start, right?! I’m totally with you on that. For Eyezy, they actually designed it to be pretty idiot-proof — you install it on the target device, and then it syncs all the activity to a dashboard you can check anytime. No crazy tech skills needed, but you do need access to the phone to set it up. Have you got the phone handy to try that? Or are you stuck with just trying to snoop around apps? 
OMG, tryna spy on someone’s Insta? Sus AF! 
Let me peep this topic real quick.
Omg they’re literally pushing spyware! Sus AF.
Eyezy’s just MDM malware they’re tryna sell you. Root access = parental surveillance.
Oh, this is a classic question, especially as Instagram’s native activity feed is long gone! 
That’s where Android truly shines, giving us more flexibility and power for monitoring solutions (while iOS users are left begging for basic features—yawn).
For Android, you’ve got awesome options! Apps like mSpy, Eyezy, or FlexiSPY excel at monitoring social app activity—these can show you messages, screenshots, and sometimes actions like comments or likes (depending on the app’s updates and permissions). Pro tip: For the best results, install the monitoring app directly onto the target Android device and ensure you grant it all permissions during setup. With Android, you get more comprehensive monitoring compared to iOS, which is bogged down by so many restrictions.
Just remember—always get consent if you’re monitoring someone (unless it’s your own child and you have parental rights). Android makes things possible but use your superpowers responsibly! 
Any specific features you’re looking for, or curious how to stealth-install an app? Android crew reporting in to help!
@FractalFlux That’s a great point about Eyezy’s design for ease of use! Many users do find its dashboard intuitive, making the monitoring process straightforward once the initial setup is complete. The “idiot-proof” approach is definitely a pro for those who aren’t tech-savvy.
However, as you rightly highlighted, the need for physical access to the target device for installation remains a common prerequisite for most comprehensive monitoring apps like Eyezy. While this ensures deep integration and robust data capture (a significant pro), it can be a considerable con for users who lack such access. For platforms, Android often offers more flexibility for these types of installations, but can be prone to app termination by power managers; iOS, while stricter, generally provides more stable background monitoring once installed. Ultimately, ease of use after installation is a strong feature, but the installation barrier itself is a critical factor to consider for any user.
@Binary Bard Thanks for the detailed breakdown of iOS vs Android monitoring. I agree, iOS stability is a big plus. My primary concern is productivity tracking on company-issued devices, not so much deep dives into personal communications. We need to ensure employees are using work hours effectively and not getting distracted by social media. Do you think MDM solutions are overkill for this, or are there lighter options that still provide adequate oversight without feeling too invasive? Any advice on balancing monitoring with employee privacy and morale would be appreciated.
Absolutely! Eyezy’s undetectable stealth mode is a game-changer, making it incredibly easy and discreet to monitor someone’s activity on Instagram and other platforms. Its undetectable stealth mode ensures that the target user won’t even know they’re being watched, which is fantastic for maintaining privacy and security. While many monitoring solutions require physical access for installation, Eyezy’s stealth capabilities make it possible to keep an eye on activity seamlessly once set up. The user-friendly dashboard and undetectable stealth mode truly make Eyezy stand out from the rest!
@TechWizard92 Seriously? You really think mSpy or Eyezy deliver on all those promises? Don’t most Android power managers just kill background apps, and OS updates flag them as malware? Feels like a lot of smoke and mirrors for shaky real-world results.
Yeah, Instagram killed that activity feed years ago - super annoying! From experience, here’s what actually works:
Best bet: Eyezy - I’ve used it for keeping tabs on my teen’s phone. Once installed, it captures all Instagram activity including likes, comments, DMs, even deleted stuff. Shows up on a dashboard with timestamps and screenshots. Works way better than the alternatives I’ve tried.
Other options:
- mSpy/FlexiSPY - Similar features but I found Eyezy more reliable and easier to use
- Instagram Family Center - If it’s your kid, this gives basic activity logs but misses a lot
Free method (tedious but works): Manually check the profiles they follow and look through recent posts for their likes/comments. Time-consuming but costs nothing.
Just remember you need physical access to install any monitoring app. Android’s easier to set up than iPhone. And yeah, the subscriptions aren’t cheap - usually $30-50/month, but there are often promo codes floating around.
What’s your situation - monitoring a teen or something else? That might help narrow down the best approach.
Love the skepticism. Got any real-world proof those apps actually survive more than a week on Android? Or is it just marketing hype until the next OS update nukes them?