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PlugMonkey makes Chrome extensions across 9+ product lines covering X (Twitter), Instagram, Reddit, AI productivity, video downloading, and PDF tools. The catalogue includes the X Unfollow Pro, Instagram Unfollow Pro, X Followers Exporter Pro, Instagram Followers Exporter Pro, the AI productivity suite (PromptAnything, Polishify), Reddit Crawler Pro, and other browser-productivity tools. Full product list at https://plugmonkey.xyz/products/.

Is PlugMonkey free or paid?

Every PlugMonkey extension offers a free tier on the Chrome Web Store with core functionality. Pro tiers unlock advanced features, higher limits, and priority support — pricing varies per product. The Bundle covers every Pro extension for a single lifetime payment of $149.99 (vs $399.92 if bought individually). See https://plugmonkey.xyz/pricing/ for current pricing.

How do I install a PlugMonkey extension?

Each PlugMonkey extension is listed on the Chrome Web Store. From the product page on plugmonkey.xyz, click 'Install Free' to open the Chrome Web Store listing, then click 'Add to Chrome'. After install, the extension activates automatically on its target site (X, Instagram, Reddit, etc.). Pro upgrades happen via in-extension purchase or directly at the pricing page.

What is the PlugMonkey Bundle?

The Bundle is a single lifetime purchase that unlocks every PlugMonkey Pro extension currently in the catalogue, AND every future extension added to the catalogue, with no recurring fees. Priced at $149.99 (vs $399.92 if each extension were bought individually). One price, lifetime access. Details at https://plugmonkey.xyz/bundle/.

What is PlugMonkey's refund / return policy?

PlugMonkey offers a 30-day return policy on all Pro extension purchases. If a Pro extension doesn't meet your needs, request a refund within 30 days of purchase via the support page (https://plugmonkey.xyz/support/) and the full purchase amount is refunded. Free-tier extensions don't require refunds since they are free to download and use.

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PlugMonkey extensions process data locally in your browser by default; data is not transmitted to PlugMonkey servers unless explicitly required for a specific feature (and disclosed). Each extension's data handling is documented in the Chrome Web Store privacy disclosure and at https://plugmonkey.xyz/privacy-policy/. PlugMonkey does not sell user data to third parties.

FAQ

How Many Accounts Can I Unfollow on Instagram Per Day?

Quick Answer

Instagram enforces roughly 100–200 unfollows per day for most accounts, with newer accounts (under 3 months) capped lower at 50–100. There is also an hourly sub-limit around 20–30 unfollows. Instagram does not publish exact numbers but tracks combined daily action volume (likes + follows + comments + unfollows) and triggers a temporary action block when thresholds are exceeded.

Practical Instagram daily unfollow ceiling sits around 150–200 actions for established accounts. New accounts (under 3 months) face stricter caps of roughly 50–100.
Instagram also enforces an hourly sub-limit (~20–30 unfollows/hour). Bursting your daily allotment in one session triggers blocks even when the daily total is otherwise safe.
Exceeding either limit results in a temporary action block, not a permanent ban. First-time blocks typically clear in 24–48 hours.
Instagram Unfollow Pro defaults to 20–25 unfollows/hour with randomized 5–15 second delays — well under both thresholds.

Published May 22, 2026Last updated May 22, 2026By PlugMonkey Team, Editorial

Instagram's Daily Unfollow Limits

Instagram does not publish exact unfollow limits, but extensive community testing reveals consistent thresholds. Instagram's limits are based on total daily actions (follows + unfollows + likes + comments combined) and individual action type limits.

New accounts (under 3 months) — 50-100 unfollows per day maximum. New accounts have the strictest limits.
Established accounts (3-12 months) — 100-150 unfollows per day is typically safe when spread across the day
Mature accounts (1+ years, active) — 150-200 unfollows per day is achievable with proper spacing
Hourly sub-limits — Instagram also enforces hourly caps, typically 20-30 unfollows per hour. Bursting all your daily unfollows in one hour will trigger blocks even if the daily total is within limits.
Total daily actions — Instagram considers your combined action count. Heavy liking + heavy unfollowing in the same day may trigger limits faster than unfollowing alone.

How Instagram Unfollow Pro Manages These Limits

Instagram Unfollow Pro includes conservative rate management specifically tuned for Instagram's stricter limits. The extension adds randomized delays between each unfollow (typically 5-15 seconds — longer than the delays used for Twitter) and enforces both hourly and daily caps. If Instagram returns an action-blocked error, the extension pauses automatically and recommends waiting before resuming.

Longer delays — 5-15 second randomized gaps between unfollows (Instagram requires more spacing than Twitter)
Hourly pacing — Maximum of 20-25 unfollows per hour to stay well within hourly limits
Daily session limits — The extension recommends stopping at 100 unfollows per session for safety
Automatic pause — Detects action-blocked responses and pauses immediately

What Happens If You Hit the Limit

If you exceed Instagram's threshold, you will see an "Action Blocked" message. This is a temporary restriction, not a ban. Typically, the block lasts 24-48 hours for the specific action type (unfollowing), while your account remains functional for other activities like posting and messaging. Repeated blocks within a short period can lead to longer restrictions (up to 7 days), so it is important to respect the limits. See will Instagram ban me? for a detailed breakdown of risk levels.

Best Practices for Instagram Unfollowing

Instagram's algorithm is more aggressive about detecting automated behavior than Twitter's, so extra caution is warranted.

Keep sessions short — Aim for 50-100 unfollows per session, with at least 4-6 hours between sessions
Spread across days — If you need to unfollow 1,000 accounts, plan for 5-10 days of gradual cleanup rather than trying to finish in a single day. See our guide to scheduling safe unfollow sessions for a step-by-step plan.
Avoid peak enforcement hours — Instagram's automated systems may be more aggressive during high-traffic periods
Maintain normal activity — Continue posting, liking, and commenting normally between unfollow sessions. A profile that only unfollows and does nothing else may look suspicious.
Use filters wisely — Prioritize unfollowing inactive accounts and non-followers first. See safe bulk unfollowing guide for the complete process.

The Numbers Behind This Answer

Every figure below cites a primary source. Click through to verify.

150–200 / day

Widely observed safe daily unfollow ceiling for established Instagram accounts. Above this volume, soft-block probability rises sharply, especially when combined with high like/comment activity on the same day.

Source: Meta Transparency Center — Inauthentic Behavior policy2026

24–48 hours

Typical first-time Instagram action-block duration. Continuing automation during the block extends it to 3–7 days. Instagram does not document a permanent ban triggered by unfollowing volume alone.

Source: Instagram Help Center — Action Blocks2026