Instagram is piloting Early Access Reels that restrict viewing to followers for a limited pre-release window.
Blurred covers, star-clock icons, and countdown timers push viewers to follow creators to unlock early content.
The tool builds on May’s access-code Reels, which delivered exclusive viewing opportunities for engaged fan communities.
Instagram frames the feature as a follower-growth lever, helping creators spark hype and strengthen algorithmic visibility.
Source:Lovinghananews.com
