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Find out how to switch off BeReal’s Behind the Scenes option
BeReal introduced a feature called “Behind the Scenes” (BTS), which records a few seconds before you post, giving friends a sneak peek of the moment. It’s easily managed with a toggle—here’s how to control it and a bit more on what it does.
How to Turn Off BTS in BeReal
When BeReal notifies you to post, tap the alert. In the camera screen, tap the “BTS On” toggle to deactivate Behind the Scenes, or leave it on if you want to keep the feature. There’s no current setting to turn it off for good.
Instructions
How to Turn Off Behind the Scenes Before Snapping Your BeReal
Tap the BeReal alert when it's time to post. This will open the app and take you directly to the camera.
Tap BTS On to switch BTS off. You’ll see the toggle in the upper-right of your camera screen. When disabled, it will show “BTS Off.”
- Currently, there’s no option to turn this off permanently.
Tap Post BeReal. Your moment will post without any Behind the Scenes clip.
How to Disable Behind the Scenes After Taking Your BeReal
Tap the BeReal alert when it's time to post. You’ll get a notification when it’s time. Tapping it opens the app and launches the camera.
Take your BeReal like you normally would. Aim the camera and press the big circle to snap your photo.
Tap BTS On to switch BTS off. On the preview screen, find the BTS On toggle in the upper-right corner. Tap it and it’ll turn to “BTS Off.”
- There’s no permanent off switch yet.
Tap Post BeReal. Your BeReal will go live without the Behind the Scenes clip.
Understanding BeReal's Behind the Scenes Feature
Behind the Scenes captures a few seconds of footage before your photo. This newer BeReal feature is similar to Apple’s Live Photo, recording a short video snippet right before your snap. Once posted, your friends can view those brief moments leading up to your shot.
How to Use the Behind the Scenes Feature
Tap the BeReal notification when it’s your time to post. This will instantly open the BeReal app and activate the camera.
Ensure BTS On is activated. This setting is typically on by default, but double-check the top-right corner of your screen. If it says “BTS Off,” tap to turn it on.
Snap your BeReal. Just press the big circle button to take your photo.
Hold down your BeReal preview to view the BTS clip. Press and hold on your BeReal preview to watch the Behind the Scenes moment.
Tap Post BeReal. This will publish your BeReal with the Behind the Scenes video included.
Press and hold BTS On on a friend's post to view their BTS. When scrolling your feed, hold down the BTS On icon on a friend’s BeReal to watch their Behind the Scenes clip—if it’s enabled.
- If they didn’t use BTS, the icon won’t appear.
