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The latest Instagram news, updates, and user guides, all in one place. Digital Trends offers in-depth coverage of everything this social media platform, including helpful explainers for posting, using the right hashtags, and gathering a healthy following. Here’s everything you need to know about Instagram.

OuttaFocus: I tried Foto, the anti-Instagram, and it's both wonderful and intimidating

I tried Foto, the anti-Instagram, and it’s both wonderful and intimidating

After becoming disillusioned with Instagram, I tried new photo sharing app Foto. What I found was both wonderfully simple, but also quite intimidating.
Early preview of Instagram Community Chats feature.

Instagram might soon get even more chaotic with Community Chats

View of a profile page on Flashes app

Flashes, an Instagram rival built atop Bluesky, released widely

Meta community note system on mobile

Users will fact-check Instagram and Facebook. Let’s just hope it works

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Instagram users may soon dislike comments secretly

Reels liked by friends on Instagram.

Instagram will broadcast the Reels you like to everyone. I dread it.

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Generative-AI-powered video editing is coming to Instagram

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Instagram finally ends the most vexing side of its content feed

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Meta to use facial recognition to crack down on celebrity scam ads

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Instagram’s Spotify integration makes saving songs a snap

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TikTok lays off hundreds in favor of AI moderators while Instagram blames humans for its own issues

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Instagram just got a lot safer for teens

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How to search for filters on Instagram

Filters are a great way to improve your Instagram posts. Here's how to find them on the social networking app and make your posts come to life.
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How to deactivate your Instagram account (or delete it)

Need to shut down your Instagram account for a spell? We’ll teach you how to complete your account’s deactivation.
Instagram on an iPhone.

How to turn off Activity Status on Instagram

Your Instagram Activity Status is a small feature that tells everyone when you last used the app. Want to turn it off? Here's how.
Notifications related to Instagram's new algorithm to surface content linked to smaller accounts.

Instagram shows love to smaller accounts that post original content

Instagram is adjusting its algorithm in a move that will give more prominence to smaller accounts that post original content.
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TikTok is about to get banned. Here are 7 TikTok alternatives to use

Though TikTok isn't banned quite yet, it may be soon. Here are some alternatives worth checking out.
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How to see who has unfollowed you on Instagram

Have you noticed your follower count dropping on Instagram? Want to see who it may be that unfollowed you? Here's how to find out.
An iPhone 15 Pro Max showing Instagram via a web browser.

How to view Instagram without an account

Almost all of Instagram's features require an account for you to use them. But can you at least view the social media site without an account? Kind of.
Meta AI on mobile and desktop web interface.

Meta’s ChatGPT killer is taking over your favorite apps

Step aside, ChatGPT. Meta's AI assistant is here, and it's coming to apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, and more.
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Are WhatsApp and Facebook down? Here’s what you need to know

Are you having trouble using WhatsApp, Facebook, or other Meta apps. Unfortunately, you aren't alone. Here's everything we know about the ongoing outage.
A verified account on Instagram Threads.

How to get verified on Instagram Threads

Instagram Threads gives you the option of verifying your account for a fee. For $14.99 a month you can get a blue badge on your Instagram Threads profile.
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Are Facebook and Instagram still down? Here’s what we know

Are you having trouble using Facebook and Instagram today? You aren't alone! Here's what you need to know about the big outage on March 5.
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I paid Meta to ‘verify’ me — here’s what actually happened

Meta — the parent company of Facebook and Instagram — charges $15 to verify your account. I wanted to see if it was worth it.
The Glass app on an iPhone, in front of Glass on a web browser.

Instagram alternative Glass is getting more expensive in 2024

Glass.photo is an excellent alternative for photographers who want to escape the Instagram grind. But it's getting more expensive in 2024.
Render of the Wrapped for Instagram app on an iPhone.

You should probably stay away from the Instagram Wrapped app

An app called Wrapped for Instagram has been making waves lately. But is it safe to use, or is it a scam? Here's what you need to know.
Meta AI's Dungeon Master looks like Snoop Dogg.

Meta just created a Snoop Dogg AI for your text RPGs

Meta AI is leaving the laboratory and coming to social media, with fun and realistic avatars that look like celebrities.
Meta's cartoon avatars for Instagram and Messenger.

Meta brings cartoon avatars to video calls on Instagram and Messenger

Don't want to show your face in a video call on Instagram or Messenger? Well, now you can use a cartoon avatar instead.
A series of mobile screenshots showing off the Threads app on a black background.

The 10 big ways that Threads is totally different from Twitter

Threads has quite a few similarities to Twitter, which likely made it easier for you to join. But now let's examine the glaring differences between the two.
Instagram Threads app.

Instagram Threads: what you need to know, and how to sign up

Instagram Threads — Instagram's new Twitter alternative — is finally here. Here's everything you need to know about the app, including how to sign up.
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Instagram and Messenger get more parental supervision tools

Meta has just released additional supervision tools for parents of teens who use apps such as Instagram and Messenger.
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Facebook vows to restrict news access in Canada

Facebook owner Meta will restrict news access in Canada after lawmakers passed legislation designed to force it to pay news outlets for hosting their content.
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Instagram may be preparing an AI-powered chatbot

With ChatGPT continuing to gain so much attention, other tech companies have been scrambling to release their own AI-powered chatbots in a bid to stay relevant.
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Instagram finally lets you add multiple links to your bio

Instagram has finally relented and now allows you to add more than one link to your profile page. Instagram's boss said: "Sorry it took so long."