Most of the time, watching someone's story without interacting is fine. Stories are designed to be a form of sharing that doesn't necessarily require an immediate response. However, in certain situations, it could seem a bit cold. For instance, if it's a family member or a very good friend who regularly shares personal stories, they might appreciate some form of engagement. But overall, in the context of a large follower - following relationship on social media, it's a common and acceptable practice to just watch without interacting.
It can be considered polite in some cases. For example, if you're just casually browsing. But if you watch someone's stories regularly and never interact, it might seem a bit rude. A simple like or reply every now and then shows that you're interested in their content.
You could start by saying something like, 'I think there might be some areas where you could make this story even better.' That's a gentle approach.
Well, one way is to watch it late at night when everyone's asleep. Or, you can use headphones and keep the volume low so it's not noticeable. Another option is to watch on a device that only you have access to, like your personal laptop.
You might consider creating a private viewing space, like in a closet or under a blanket. Or, watch on a device with a password lock so only you can access it.
You can try watching on a device that no one else uses frequently. Also, make sure to clear any related notifications or history after you finish watching to keep it a secret.
You could use private browsing mode or incognito windows on your device. That way, your viewing history won't be saved and others might not easily find out.
Sure, you might be able to. For example, if you watch on a device that only you have access to and don't talk about it with anyone, chances are no one will know. However, be cautious as some services might have monitoring features.
To watch IG story without someone knowing, you might look into some third-party apps. But be cautious as they often violate the platform's terms of service and could lead to account suspension.
Yes, you can. For example, if you watch it alone in a private space.
No. There's no such unwritten rule. Insta stories are designed for quick and easy consumption. If you engage with the part that interests you, that's fine. You can like or comment on the part you've seen, and that can be considered a form of interaction. There's no need to force yourself to watch the entire story just to be polite.