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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.
Generative-AI-powered video editing is coming to Instagram
Instagram plans to release a generative AI video editor built atop Meta's Movie Gen model some time next year.
Worried about the TikTok ban? Here are 5 TikTok alternatives you should use
Though TikTok isn't banned quite yet, it may be soon. Here are some alternatives worth checking out.
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.
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’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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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: 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.
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.
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.
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.
How a tiny social media break can give you surprisingly big health benefits
According to a remarkable research courtesy of Swansea University, cutting down on social media can fix health, immune function, loneliness, and depression.
TikTok adds Twitter- and Instagram-like content control tools
TikTok is rolling out a few new content control features and they look a lot like Twitter and Instagram.
Instagram is testing AI-powered video selfies to verify age
Instagram is testing two new methods for age verification: Uploading AI-powered video selfies and asking your mutuals to vouch for your stated age.
How to get verified on Instagram (the right way)
Have you seen a blue check mark next to an Instagram username? Blue check marks note that an account is verified. Here's how to obtain that rare blue emblem.
The future of Facebook is Instagram
As Facebook itself slowly declines, Facebook Inc. is seemingly shifting its focus to Instagram and using the platform to test new ideas and approaches.
How to post on Instagram from your PC or Mac
Instagram doesn’t natively support the ability to upload photos from a PC or Mac; however, there are workarounds for those who wish to do so. Here's how.