Instagram is planning a new paid subscription with extra features.
of Nils Ahrensmeier 
on January 23, 2026, 0:26 | Write a comment
Meta is currently working on expanding its monetization strategy for Instagram. According to new leaks, the company is planning an additional subscription model that will provide users with exclusive features for interaction and analytics.
An overview of the new premium features
The well-known app researcher Alessandro Paluzzi has clues A new paid subscription service has been discovered that allows for deep access to privacy settings and follower management. The so-called "Ghost Mode" is likely to be of particular interest. This allows subscribers to view stories without appearing in the creator's viewer list.
The leaked features include:
Anonymous Story Viewing: View stories without them appearing in the overview list.
Follower analysis: A list of accounts that you have subscribed to but that do not follow back.
Endless lists: Instead of only being able to create lists for "Close Friends", users should be able to create an unlimited number of accounts.
Viewer search: A search function within the list of story views.
Super Like: Only one of these can be sent within 24 hours.
Integration into Meta Verified or separate subscription?
It remains unclear whether Meta will market these features as a standalone subscription. Integration into the existing "Meta Verified" package is also conceivable. Paluzzi notes that the features could significantly increase the attractiveness of the verification service. Currently, Meta Verified primarily offers the blue checkmark and prioritized support.