Instagram Username Availability Checker

How to Check if an Instagram Username is Taken: 3 Simple Methods

Finding the perfect Instagram username can be a challenge. You think of a great handle, only to find out it’s already claimed. So, how can you efficiently check what’s available? Here are three methods, from the fastest to the most manual.

Method 1: The Instant Check (Recommended)

The quickest and most reliable way to see if an Instagram username is available is to use a dedicated checker. Our tool is designed for this exact purpose, giving you an immediate answer without needing to even open the Instagram app.

How to Use Our Instagram Username Checker:

1. Enter Your Desired Username: Locate the search box at the top of this page. This is your starting point.
2. Type Your Idea: Carefully type the exact username you want into the input field. For example, if you want @creativeideas, you would just type creativeideas.
3. Click “Check Availability”: Hit the button, and our tool will instantly and securely check with Instagram to see if the handle is in use.
4. Get Your Result Instantly:
   • ✅ A green “Available!” message means you’ve found a winner! The username is free. We recommend you head over to Instagram right away to create your account or change your handle before someone else grabs it.
   • ❌ A red “Taken” message means that username is already claimed. Don’t be discouraged! This is a chance to get creative. Try a slight variation or use the tips we’ve provided on this page to brainstorm a new idea.

Why this is the best method:

• Speed: Get an answer in seconds.
• Convenience: No need to log in or navigate away from this page.
• Efficiency: Perfect for brainstorming and checking dozens of ideas in a short amount of time.

Method 2: The Manual Browser Check

You can also check manually using any web browser. This method is straightforward but can be more time-consuming if you have multiple ideas.

1. Open a new tab in your web browser (like Chrome, Safari, or Firefox).
2. In the address bar, type: https://www.instagram.com/USERNAME
3. Replace USERNAME with the exact handle you want to check. For example: https://www.instagram.com/johndoetravels
4. Press Enter.

How to interpret the results: If a profile page loads (even if it’s empty or private), the username is taken. If you get a “Sorry, this page isn’t available” error message, the username is also taken. The only way it might be available is if the URL doesn’t resolve to any kind of profile, but this method isn’t always 100% accurate.

Method 3: The In-App Search

Finally, you can check directly within the Instagram app itself. This is useful if you’re already on your phone and ready to make the change.

1. Open the Instagram app.
2. Go to the “Sign Up” process or navigate to your profile and tap “Edit Profile.”
3. Tap on the “Username” field.
4. Delete your current handle and start typing your new desired username.
5. Instagram provides real-time feedback. It will show a red indicator or a notification if the name is already in use, and typically a green checkmark if it’s available.

While this method works, it’s not ideal for rapid brainstorming and is less convenient than using the instant checker on this page.

Are there any 4 letter Instagram usernames left?

Instagram is with us for more than a decade and is one of the most popular social networks. That means that all the short usernames, including 4 letter ones, are already taken. The only option is to purchase such a short username (they are not cheap though!)