Instagram Threads, the new social media app developed by Instagram Inc (a Meta company), has taken the digital world by storm. With over 55 million users, this text-based messaging app is being hailed as a potential Twitter killer. In this guide, we’ll explore what is Threads, its features, and how it’s changing the social media landscape.
Threads is a spin-off app from Instagram that focuses on conversations rather than visual content. It allows users to log in with their Instagram account and share text updates, join public discussions, and create posts with up to 500 characters, links, up to 10 photos, and videos up to 5 minutes long. The app resembles the Instagram comment section in its design but offers features similar to Twitter, such as replying to and re-sharing posts.
Getting started with Threads is easy. Simply download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, launch it, tap on ‘Login with Instagram’, and hit the ‘Import from Instagram’ button. When you join Threads, you get an ID based on your rank, which depends on when you join the app. This ID appears as a badge under your name or username on your Instagram profile, letting your followers know that you use Threads.
While Threads shares some similarities with Twitter, there are a few key differences that set it apart:
Threads boast an impressive daily active user rate of 60%, significantly higher than the industry average. Many users have praised the app for its smooth and glitch-free performance. The app’s seamless integration with Instagram has also been noted as a major advantage, making it easy for users to sign up and get started.
Instagram head Adam Mosseri has mentioned that a Threads ‘Following’ feed is “on the list” of upcoming features. It would allow users to view updates from accounts they follow, similar to Twitter’s Following list view. Mosseri also stated that the priority is on the mobile apps, but they are working on a web version of Threads.
Yes, Threads is available for download on both Android and iOS devices7.
No, you need an Instagram account to use Threads3.
Threads offers many of the features built into Instagram to help you filter out content you’d rather not see, such as controlling who can reply to you or mention you in a post, adding a word filter, and blocking accounts10.
In conclusion, Instagram Threads is a fresh take on social media, offering a unique approach to online conversations. As more users embrace the app and provide feedback, the development team at Instagram will have valuable insights to further improve and expand the platform. So, are you ready to unravel the world of Instagram Threads?
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