Share a quick update without needing a photo
Posting a Story requires a photo or video, but a note lets you show followers what's on your mind right now using text alone, with no pressure to have visual content ready.
Notes work best paired with your DM habits
Because a note appears directly above your inbox, it tends to get seen by the people you already message the most, making it a low-effort way to invite a quick reply from close contacts rather than broadcasting to your whole follower list.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can see my note?
By default, your note is visible to people you follow each other with, or people you've exchanged DMs with; you can adjust who sees it in your settings.
What happens if someone replies to my note?
If someone replies to your note, it starts a regular DM conversation with them.