Instagram restricted after collab post was removed
A collaborator's removed post appears to have restricted the account, even though the user did not publish the original. The post was removed from both profiles. My account now has limited reach and an appeal pending.
Current outcome
Still Having Issues
Latest update
May 12, 2026
Issue state
Appears ongoing
Case timeline
Original issue, 3 approved replies, and 1 original poster updates
@collab_creator
Original posterMay 12, 2026A collaborator's removed post appears to have restricted the account, even though the user did not publish the original.
The post was removed from both profiles. My account now has limited reach and an appeal pending.
@page_access
Community memberHelpful recovery stepsMay 12, 2026Include collab post date, who created it, removal reason, appeal status, and Account Status wording.
@collab_creator
Community memberShared follow-up updatesFollow-up updateMay 12, 2026The creator appealed too, but my account still shows the restriction.
@mod_jay
Community memberHelpful recovery stepsMay 12, 2026For this Instagram disabled accounts report, update the thread with the current review status and avoid posting private codes or full document details.
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