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The original was posted on /r/opensource by /u/niverseCreator on 2025-12-30 18:03:37+00:00.

Like many of you, I’ve struggled with Instagram’s addictive feed. I used to rely on DFInstagram to block the endless scroll, but it hasn’t been maintained for a long time and updating it to newer Instagram versions was a pain.

So I decided to build my own solution: FeurStagram - an open-source project that removes Instagram’s addictive features while keeping the essentials (for Android).

The FeurStagram repo is on Github : github.com/jean-voila/FeurStagram

Two ways to use it:

  • Ready-to-install APK : Just grab the latest patched APK from the GitHub releases and install it. No technical skills needed! DIY Patching Toolkit. You can install the apk file from here : feurstagram-410-1-0-63-71.apk
  • You can also patch any Instagram version yourself using the included scripts

What gets blocked:

  • ❌ Feed posts (blocked at network level)
  • ❌ Explore tab (redirects to DMs)
  • ❌ Reels tab (redirects to DMs)

What still works:

  • ✅ Stories
  • ✅ Direct Messages
  • ✅ Profile
  • ✅ Reels shared in DMs (so you can still view what friends send you, but can’t scroll)
  • ✅ Search
  • ✅ Notifications Why this approach? Unlike DFInstagram which stopped being updated:

Pre-built APKs available - just download and install from releases

DIY option - if you want a specific Instagram version, you can patch it yourself

Future-proof - when Instagram updates, I’ll release the new patched version (or you can patch it yourself)

It’s open source, you can see exactly what it does. no shady modifications, just blocks unwanted content

The toolkit uses two patching strategies:

  • Network-level blocking - intercepts Instagram’s API calls and blocks feed content at the source
  • Tab redirection - when you tap Explore or Reels, it opens DMs instead The result: Instagram becomes purely a communication tool. You can still message friends, view their stories, check notifications, and use your profile. But no more doomscrolling through the feed, no explore rabbit holes, no endless reels.

Would love to hear your thoughts and feedback.