Yes, You can send DM on Instagram from your PC/computer system. Instagram officially does not allow you to do so, but there are 3 popular ways to do it.Let’s check out how to check/view Instagram Direct Messages (DM) on PC or Mac. Download and install Instagram on your virtual Android to Instagram DM on Mac or Windows. Now, login to Instagram and click on “Instagram Direct”. Select any active or inactive profile to Instagram DM on Mac or Windows. IMG SRC: instiwitty.

Besides the sharing of photos, the Instagram app recently introduced the feature of direct messaging from its app.
Yes, you can now send DM on Instagram directly to any users either you're following him or not.
But the issue is, the feature comes only with the mobile app.
There are multiple ways you can send direct message on Instagram from your computer or PC.
The method is really easy.
You don't need any web version trick, this is possible by using third-party software on your Windows PC.

How to Send Direct Message on Instagram:

Send DM From Computer on Instagram

Instagram goes by a very strict policy, it won’t let users upload their profile picture from the desktop web.
But, Instagram allows users to direct photos, conversations, videos to with the help of Windows 10 application. For mobile devices, you can easily download and send messages to people directly using four different methods.
So let’s get down straight on how to do it:
Step 1:
Open the Instagram app on your PC.
Step 2:
Go to the top right corner of the application where see 'Arrow' icon.

Step 3:
Once you have clicked, this will open an Instagram Direct window. Just tap on 'Send message' button.
Step 4:
Now the New message window will pop. Just type the letters for the name of your friends then select the person from the list to send messages.

Now you can type the texts to send to your friend. You can also send images or sign into the messages.
Another feature that Instagram is planning to implement is, replying direct messages with pictures and videos that you have saved as your story, now there have been many talks but there has been no actual confirmation.
Maybe Instagram is working on a plan that will enable people to do this using the desktop app.
But, the process to use the Instagram app for Desktop?
Here you go...

How to Install Instagram App on your Windows PC?

Step #1: Download BlueStacks application from the following link.
Step #2: After completing the download install BlueStacks in your PC.
Step #3: After you have successfully completed the installation sign in with Google.
Step #4: Now search for Instagram from your Blue Stacks account.

Step #5: Download and install Instagram and sent messages to anybody you want.

How to Send Direct Message on Instagram using App:

If you are facing the problem with this you can always refer third-party site like the Instizamiser on your desktop.
In order to use Instizamiser to directly message someone on Instagram, download the APK file and run on your device.
Note: This application has been renamed as the Instagram MOD in recent years and here is the link of the application.

How to Check Your Instagram Direct Messages?

1. It is allowed only on the app—mobile version. Many of the features are restricted to the mobile phone only and hence you cannot direct message (DM) over the web.
2. On your home page, you’d find blue coloured notifications on the top right-hand corner (only) if you have some messages or message requests pending.
3. People who mutually follow each other can DM each other easily, however, if it isn’t so then you receive a message request from the person.
4. When opening up the messaging tab you’ll find yet another icon of 3 lines and circles on the top right-hand corner. Among various options on this one, one particular option says ‘message requests’.
5. It is up to your discretion whether you want to ‘accept’ or ‘decline’ a message request that you have received.
6. If you accept the request then you can chat with the person with ease. However, if you do not accept the request, there is no way that the person would come to know that their message and/or message request has been declined.
7. If you decline a message request then the message ‘if any’ gets deleted from your account automatically.

You can mute certain message notifications for a particular people or can mute message notifications all together as per your convenience. Now, get set—DM.

Have you ever thought to use or send Instagram Direct message from the computer? Well, if that is your requirement then I have a few solutions for you in this article. This tutorial will share how to use Instagram Direct on PC or Mac.

If you are looking to send Instagram direct messages from the browser then follow send automated direct messages on Instagram. But this method is better in case you are sending automatic messages and not relevant to having a conversation. So, this post will share how can you have a conversation on Instagram Direct from the computer.

In case you’re totally new to Instagram you might not know about Instagram Web. Apart from Instagram App, you can use Instagram from your computer or smartphone browser as well.

How To Access Instagram From Computer?

In order to use Instagram from a computer, you just need to open the web browser and visit www.instagram.com. Login using your Instagram credentials and you are good to go.

Now, the thing is you won’t find any option to use Instagram Direct from the web which is a bit irritating. Personally, I feel that the feature to send Instagram Direct messages from the web should be added. For the time being, I am going to share the solutions which will allow you to send Instagram Direct messages from the computer for free.

Use Instagram Direct On PC Or Mac

Method 1: Instagram App For Windows 10

Instagram has an app on Windows Store. You can download it to your desktop from here. After you have installed it successfully open it and log in to your Instagram account as you would do on your phone.

When you sign in, you will be able to see your news feed. You can go to the Direct Message folder by clicking on the paper plane icon at the top right corner.

Under that, will be able to see all your conversations. Select the desired one and start chatting.

This method will only work for users who are using Windows 10.

Instagram App For Mac Computer

Method 2: Bluestacks For Windows And Mac

1. Download Bluestacks which is a software that acts as an Android device on your PC or Mac. We shared the same software for our earlier tutorial to install WhatsApp on PC.

2. Once the download completes, Install the software. It is an easy and straightforward process.

3. On completion of installation click Finish.

4. Wait for a few minutes and let it configure by itself. After that, you will get a welcome screen. Click on Right Arrow.

5. Next, it will ask for a Google id. Enter your Gmail id credentials and proceed forward by clicking on the arrow at the right-hand side.

6. When you’re done with all this setup, a screen similar to the one attached below will appear. Click on Search.

7. Type Instagram in the search bar and click on the Instagram app icon when it shows up.

8. You will be redirected to Play Store. Click on Install.

9. The app will get Installed on your virtual Android device (Bluestacks)

10. After installation finishes, open the app. Click on Login at the bottom of the screen.

11. Enter your Instagram credentials and click Log in.

Instagram Dm App For Mac Laptop

12. Instagram will open on your PC as it would open in Android app. Click on the Instagram Direct icon at the top right corner of the screen.

Now, enjoy sending Instagram Direct message on the computer.

Bluestacks might not be the best of the solutions but it’s certainly the best FREE way for using DM’s on macOS. If you don’t mind spending a few bucks then you can go for the paid app – “Direct Message for Instagram” on Mac App Store.

For Windows 10 users, using the official app is certainly the best bet.

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Instagram For Mac Free App

Hi Kailash,

Thank you for your comment. I have updated the tutorial and now it has Instagram application method for Windows 10 users. However, on Mac, I could only find paid apps so Bluestacks still seems to be the best free method on macOS.

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Again, thank you for sharing the information.