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Instagram to Alert Parents If Their Teen Searches for Suicide, Self-Harm Content
Parents who use Instagram's supervision tools will receive these alerts if their kids repeatedly search for harmful terms.
Instagram Lands On Google TV Devices to Show Big Screen Reels
The testing phase began on Amazon Fire TV products, and is now expanding to Google TV across the US.
Instagram Denies Data Breach, Fixes Unsolicited Password Reset Requests
Though the emails were triggered by an 'external party,' Instagram's systems and user accounts remain secure, the company claims.
Getting Unwanted Instagram Password Reset Emails? Don't Click Those Links
The emails are part of a phishing campaign that potentially stems from a 2024 Instagram API leak. Instead, change your password directly from the IG app and consider enabling 2FA.
In the AI Slop Era, Instagram Chief Pushes for Tools That Support 'Authentic' Creators
Adam Mosseri says it might be easier to 'fingerprint' and verify real media rather than AI-created content, and promises new creative tools to help human creators compete with AI.
Want to Control Your Reels Algorithm? This New Instagram Feature Should Help
Here's how to see what Instagram's AI thinks you're interested in.
Court Rejects FTC's Bid to Break Up Meta, Finds It's Not a Social Media Monopoly
Judge James E. Boasberg's opinion is hard to read as complimentary of what's become of the Facebook and Instagram experience. But it's a win for Meta nonetheless.
Instagram Stories Get AI-Powered Editing Tools, Lets You Remove Parts of an Image
Meta AI integration lets you edit Instagram Stories in the app through prompts to the chatbot.
How Many Rings Do You Have? Instagram Launches Its Own Awards Program
The creator awards arrive as Instagram transitions to a video-first platform. Winners will receive physical rings designed by Grace Wales Bonner and a digital ring around their profile pictures.
Instagram Finally Launches an iPad App, With Features Designed for the Big Screen
The new app is currently available on the App Store for iPadOS 15.1 or later. It will soon make its way to Android tablets as well, Instagram says.
Instagram Makes It Easier for Friends to See Your Location and Activity
You can now repost other people's content on Instagram. Plus, the Meta-owned app launches a Snap Map clone to show your friends where you are.
Instagram Makes It a Lot Harder to Go Live If You're Not a Popular Influencer
You'll need at least 1,000 followers and a public account to go live on the Meta app.
Instagram for iPad Could Finally Launch Later This Year
The development of the app is 'full steam ahead,' with some Meta employees already testing it on campus, Bloomberg reports.
Bad Android Battery Life Recently? Blame Instagram
If you’ve got an Android phone or tablet, you’ll want to make sure you update Instagram as soon as possible to help with your device's battery life.
Done With CapCut? Instagram Officially Launches 'Edits' Video-Editing App
Edits is 'hoping not just to be an editing tool but an entire full suite of creative tools for those of you who are passionate about making videos on your phone,' IG Head Adam Mosseri says.
Schools Can Now Report the Instagram Accounts Kids Use to Bully Each Other
Meta says it will prioritize complaints from those who sign up for the School Partnership Program and respond within 48 hours.
Instagram Wants to Help Organize Your Chaotic Direct Messages
The Meta-owned app is getting several new DM upgrades, including music sharing, scheduled messages, pinned messages, translation, and group chat QR codes.
Be Careful What You Like on Reels: Instagram Will Tell Your Friends
Users can now see what their friends are liking on Instagram via a dedicated Reels feed. As TikTok goes dark, Instagram also boosts the 90-second video limit to three minutes.
Done With Meta? How to Deactivate or Delete Your Instagram Account
Meta’s new community notes feature could lead to a more toxic environment on Instagram. Here's how to temporarily disable or permanently delete your account.
Instagram Quietly Rolls Out Scheduled DMs—But There's a Catch
You can schedule a message on Instagram up to 29 days beforehand, but it can only contain text.
