How to See Photos My Partner Liked of a Specific Person on Instagram
Instagram's built-in features make it nearly impossible to see what photos your partner liked of a specific person without manually clicking through their activity. Instagram removed its "Following" activity feed in 2019 for privacy reasons, leaving you with limited native options. SnoopInsta fills this gap by providing real-time tracking of partner likes and follows on specific accounts, delivered directly to your email with zero detection risk. For users frustrated by Instagram's privacy restrictions, SnoopInsta offers a 3-step solution: pick the profile to monitor, set your tracking targets, and receive instant alerts whenever they like posts from that person. Trusted by 23,000+ users for relationship peace of mind.
Why Instagram Makes It Hard to See Partner Likes
Meta (Instagram's parent company) deliberately limited like visibility to protect user privacy. Here's what changed and why you're struggling now:
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The 2019 "Following" Feed Removal: Instagram's most useful feature for tracking partner activity was the "Following" tab that showed real-time likes and comments from people you follow. This was removed in 2019 when Instagram announced privacy concerns. Users can no longer see a chronological feed of what their contacts are liking.
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Private Account Restrictions: Even if your partner has a public account, you cannot view likes from accounts they follow that are private, unless you also follow those accounts.
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No Activity Timeline: Unlike some social platforms, Instagram doesn't provide an activity log showing "Person X liked Y's photos on [date]." You'd need to manually visit the suspected person's profile and check the likes list.
This creates an impossible situation: you're curious about your partner's relationship with a specific person, but Instagram's design prevents you from getting answers without invasive manual checking.
The Manual Method (And Why It Doesn't Work)
Some people suggest the DIY approach: manually checking your partner's account. Here's how it theoretically works, and why it fails in practice:
Step-by-Step Manual Process
- Open Instagram and navigate to your partner's profile
- Go through their following list to find the specific person you're curious about
- Open that person's recent posts one by one
- Tap the likes count on each photo
- Search through the list to see if your partner's username appears
Why This Approach Fails
Time-Consuming: If your partner follows hundreds or thousands of accounts, scrolling through to find one specific person is impractical. If that person posts 5+ times daily, you'd need to repeat this process constantly.
No Historical Data: Instagram doesn't keep a searchable record of old likes. If your partner liked something yesterday, you'd need to have checked yesterday to see it. Once new posts appear, older likes become invisible in the feed.
Easily Hidden: Your partner might notice you scrolling their account constantly, or they could delete old likes before you check. The moment they're aware you're watching, the trust damage is done.
Emotional Toll: Spending hours manually searching your partner's activity creates stress and resentment, whether you find something suspicious or not. Relationship anxiety doesn't disappear after finding nothing—it often intensifies.
How SnoopInsta Solves the Problem Differently
Rather than asking you to manually dig through Instagram, SnoopInsta automates the entire process with a private, undetectable monitoring system. Here's how it works:
Real-Time Like Tracking
SnoopInsta monitors your partner's account continuously and records every like they make on the specific person's posts. Unlike manual checking, which requires you to be on Instagram at the exact moment they like something, SnoopInsta captures this activity instantly—even if you're sleeping, at work, or on the other side of the world.
Chronological Like History
You get a complete, timestamped record of every like they made on that person's photos. See exactly when they liked what, spot patterns, and understand the frequency and nature of their engagement. This data is something Instagram itself doesn't show you natively.
Email Alert Notifications
Instead of manually logging in repeatedly, receive instant email alerts whenever your partner likes a photo from that person. You'll get notified within minutes, keeping you informed without requiring constant app-checking. Set it and forget it while staying aware.
100% Private & Undetectable
Your partner will have no way of knowing they're being tracked. SnoopInsta uses a secure, private monitoring system that leaves no trace in their account activity or Instagram notifications. They won't see you checking their profile repeatedly, and the activity appears completely invisible.
Works With Public AND Private Accounts
Unlike Instagram's native functionality, SnoopInsta tracks likes regardless of whether your partner follows a public account, a private account, or anything in between—as long as you already follow the account you want to monitor.
Real User Stories
Hannah's Story (Age 23): "I kept seeing my boyfriend liking photos from this girl he claimed was 'just a friend.' Instagram wouldn't show me the pattern, so I wasn't even sure if I was overthinking it. SnoopInsta showed me he was liking every single one of her posts within minutes of her posting—sometimes while we were together. That conversation we had afterward was long overdue."
Andrew's Story (Age 35): "I started dating someone after a divorce, and I was paranoid about missed signals. Knowing who she was following and liking gave me confidence that she was genuinely interested instead of keeping options open. SnoopInsta let me check without asking invasive questions."
Key SnoopInsta Features That Instagram Doesn't Offer
| Feature | Instagram Native | SnoopInsta |
|---|---|---|
| See partner's likes on specific person | ❌ Manual checking only | ✅ Automatic, real-time alerts |
| Chronological like history | ❌ No historical data | ✅ Full timestamp record |
| Email notifications | ❌ Requires manual checking | ✅ Instant email alerts |
| Undetectable monitoring | ❌ Visible profile visits | ✅ Zero detection risk |
| Monitor multiple accounts | ❌ One account only | ✅ Track unlimited accounts |
| Works with private accounts | ❌ Private account likes hidden | ✅ Tracks followed accounts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it legal to track my partner's Instagram activity?
Yes. If you can access the account or monitor a public account, tracking their public activity is legal in most jurisdictions. However, the relationship ethics are worth considering—most relationship counselors recommend open communication about trust concerns rather than secret monitoring as a first step.
Will my partner get notified that I'm using SnoopInsta?
No. SnoopInsta operates completely invisibly. Your partner will never see notifications, alerts, or activity logs showing they're being tracked. Instagram itself has no way to detect SnoopInsta's monitoring system.
What if the person they're liking has a private account?
SnoopInsta can track likes on private accounts as long as your partner already follows them (and thus can see their posts). If they follow a private account, you can monitor their activity on that account's posts.
How quickly do I get alerts?
Most likes are captured and delivered via email within 2-5 minutes of your partner's activity. SnoopInsta runs continuous monitoring 24/7.
Can I track multiple people your partner likes?
Yes. SnoopInsta allows you to monitor multiple target accounts simultaneously. Set up alerts for as many people as you need to track.
What if they delete a like after I see it?
SnoopInsta's historical log records every like made, including ones that were later deleted. You'll see in your dashboard "Liked [Date/Time], Unliked [Date/Time]" so you can spot patterns of quick deletions—which can be just as revealing as the original like.
The Bigger Picture: Trust vs. Verification
Before using SnoopInsta or any monitoring tool, consider what you're really looking for. Are you seeking:
- Proof of cheating? Like patterns alone aren't evidence of infidelity—they're one data point.
- Peace of mind? Knowing exactly what your partner is doing can reduce anxiety, even if nothing suspicious appears.
- Reasons to start a conversation? If you're seeing concerning patterns, SnoopInsta data gives you specific examples to discuss rather than vague suspicions.
Healthy relationships require trust. If you feel the need to secretly monitor your partner, that often signals deeper issues worth addressing directly. However, if you're in a situation where you've already lost trust, SnoopInsta provides answers without demanding confrontation you're not ready for.
Getting Started With SnoopInsta
If you're ready to stop guessing and start knowing, here's the simple 3-step process:
- Pick the profile: Choose your partner's Instagram account and the specific person you want to monitor.
- Set up alerts: Configure email notifications so you're alerted whenever they like content from that person.
- Get answers: Receive real-time alerts and access your complete tracking dashboard showing all like activity with timestamps.
Start getting alerts today and finally get the clarity you need. With 23,000+ users already monitoring their partner accounts through SnoopInsta, you're not alone in wanting answers.
For support or questions, contact hello@snoopinsta.com.