Warning: You Should Never Use These 8 Emojis on Instagram If you've been noticing a lot of creepers on your Instagram feed, it may not be the pictures you're posting. It could be the emojis you're using. Andrea James, a contributor over at Boing Boing decided at the beginning of the pandemic to post on her Instagram account more often to spread positivity during a difficult time. Enter your number to get our free mobile app Instead, she was overwhelmed by creeps. Unlike Twitter, Instagram allows you to block offensive comments and emojis. By blocking just eight emojis, Andrea claims that it stopped 90% of unwanted comments on her pics.