hisfollows.com
What Hisfollows.com purports to do
Hisfollows.com bills itself as a tool for analysing activity on Instagram – follower growth, new follows, engagement trends, that kind of thing. One promotional document calls it “a powerful platform designed to track your Instagram account’s performance with precision”. (Google Docs)
In essence the claim: you input an Instagram username (public account) and the service will show you details about follow/unfollow activity, perhaps growth trends, maybe some analytics.
This kind of tool exists in many forms: there are other services that track follower counts, engagement, which posts perform best, etc. (for example tools listed in “best Instagram analytics tools” articles). (Adam Connell)
What we can’t verify or what raises concerns
When you dig into the details, there are a number of significant red flags around Hisfollows.com:
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A security/reputation checker from Gridinsoft LLC gave the domain a trust score of 28/100, described it as “suspicious website” and recommended caution. (Gridinsoft LLC)
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According to the same report: the domain is very young (about 9 months old at the time of the analysis) and ownership/registration details are privacy-protected. (Gridinsoft LLC)
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There’s limited independent information or positive testimonial evidence about the service’s reliability or performance.
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Because the site claims to monitor Instagram activity (especially follow/unfollow) of other users (not just your own account) it raises questions about how it obtains and uses that data and whether it complies with Instagram’s policies.
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With any analytics tool that asks for account credentials or permissions (not sure if Hisfollows does) there is risk in handing over access or the appearance of access to your social account.
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Even if the site works, there is little information about its data privacy, how long data is kept, what happens with your account information.
How it compares to more established Instagram analytics tools
For context: there are a number of well-known Instagram analytics tools and platforms that have been vetted more thoroughly, and we can compare.
| Metric | What established tools provide | What we see re Hisfollows |
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| Historical data (months/years) | Many tools provide up to 12 months or more, ability to compare historical growth, content performance etc. (Socialinsider) | No clear evidence Hisfollows provides wide historical data; claims are vague. |
| Competitor/benchmarking data | Tools like the ones reviewed in “12 best Instagram analytics tools” allow you to compare your profile against competitors. (Adam Connell) | Hisfollows appears to focus more narrowly on follow/unfollow activity rather than full-suite analytics. |
| Data authenticity and credential safety | Reputable tools offer clear permissions, tie into Instagram’s official API when possible, clear terms and privacy. | With Hisfollows, the trust score is low, the ownership unclear, the privacy/terms are not well documented publicly. |
| Reputation/third-party verification | Established tools have many reviews, case studies, media mentions. | Hisfollows lacks this visible presence, and the limited review we found flags serious caution. |
Key take-away: Is it worth using?
If I were advising you: use extreme caution before using Hisfollows.com (or any tool that claims to monitor Instagram activity by others) for the following reasons:
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You may be exposing your Instagram account or credentials to risk (if the tool requires login or elevated permissions).
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Because the website is flagged as low-trust, you run the risk of leaking data or using a service that may not deliver.
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Even if the tool works, it may operate in a grey area with regards to Instagram’s terms of service; using it might jeopardize your account.
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Alternatives exist that are more established and transparent; unless you have a strong reason to try this specific tool, you might consider safer options.
However: if you only plan to use the tool in a very limited, low-risk way (for example, entering a public username but not giving account credentials) and you are fully aware of the risks, it might be okay as a one-off experiment. Just don’t rely on it for critical business decisions or hand over sensitive login information.
Tips if you decide to proceed
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Don’t connect your main Instagram account with full access unless you are willing to accept potential risks.
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Make sure you read any privacy policy or terms of service; find out what happens to your data and whether they store it.
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Check your browser and device security: make sure you aren’t giving up unnecessary permissions or installing unknown addons.
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Consider using a test account (not your primary business/personal account) so any risk is contained.
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If it asks for payments, check refund policy and whether the service delivers what it promises.
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Compare outputs from Hisfollows with a known analytics tool (free or paid) to see if the data aligns; if it’s wildly inconsistent, that’s a red flag.
Final verdict
Hisfollows.com may have a useful proposition (Instagram follow/unfollow monitoring) but the available evidence suggests substantial risk. The combination of its young domain, privacy-hidden ownership, low trust score, and lack of transparency mean that using it carries more risk than typical for this kind of service. Unless you are comfortable with those risks and use it conservatively (e.g., not linking sensitive accounts), I'd lean toward using more established analytics tools instead.
Key takeaways
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Hisfollows.com claims to track Instagram follower/following activity and performance.
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The site is flagged as low-trust (score 28/100) and lacks strong independent verification.
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Reliable Instagram analytics tools exist and provide broader, safer functionality.
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If you do use Hisfollows.com, take precautions: don’t link your main account, check privacy/terms, compare results, and know you might be taking a risk.
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For business-critical analytics, lean toward tools with proven track records and transparent data practices.
FAQ
Q: Does Hisfollows.com require my Instagram password?
A: I couldn’t find clear, reliable information confirming exactly what level of access they ask for. If they require your password or full Instagram login, that greatly increases risk.
Q: Is it legal to monitor someone else’s Instagram following/followers?
A: If the account is public, you can view their follow list manually. But automated tools that gather and display this data may run afoul of Instagram’s terms of service. Also, depending on how data is collected and used, there may be privacy implications.
Q: Will using Hisfollows.com get my Instagram account banned?
A: Possibly, if the service uses methods that violate Instagram’s policy (e.g., scraping at a large scale, automated actions). There’s no guarantee, but the risk is higher with less reputable tools.
Q: If I just use it for my own account (not tracking others), is it safer?
A: Slightly safer, but the core issue remains: you still trust the service with your account data (or at least with seeing your account’s follower/following data). The trustworthiness of the service still matters.
A: Yes — many tools exist. Some examples: look at lists of “best Instagram analytics tools” such as in the article “12 Best Instagram Analytics Tools (2025 Comparison)”. (Adam Connell) Choose one with good reviews, transparent data policies, and clear connections to Instagram.
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