LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Mark Zuckerberg has released Instagram Threads, a messaging app developed by the popular photo sharing platform that focuses on close and private communications with close friends. The new app allows you to share photos, videos, messages and more with a select group of people.
The app is designed to provide a more intimate and streamlined experience for staying connected with your closest contacts on Instagram. Threads offers features such as status updates, automatic location sharing and camera shortcuts for quick photo and video sharing. It provides a separate space for private conversations and allows you to easily connect and engage with your inner circle of friends on Instagram.
How to download Instagram Threads?
To join Instagram Threads, you will need to download the app. Here are the steps to download and install the app:
1. If you have an iPhone, open the App Store. If you're using an Android phone, open the Play Store.
2. In the App Store (iPhone) or Play Store (Android), tap the search icon (magnifying glass) and enter "Instagram Threads" in the search bar.
3. Locate the Instagram Threads app in the search results and tap on it. The app icon is a white "@" symbol on a black background.
4. On an iPhone, tap the "Get" button to download and install Threads. On an Android device, tap the "Install" button.
5. Wait for the app to download and install on your device.
6. Once the installation is complete, you can open the Threads app and sign in with your Instagram account or create a new Threads profile.
How to sign up for Instagram Threads?
To sign up for Instagram Threads, follow these steps:
1. Open the Threads app on your phone.
2. Tap the "Log in with Instagram" button to sign in with your Instagram account.
3. You have the option to import your profile information from Instagram by tapping the "Import from Instagram" button. Alternatively, you can manually enter your bio, link and profile picture by tapping on each respective icon. Once done, tap "Next."
4. Choose whether you want a Public profile or a Private profile, and then tap "Next."
5. You'll see a list of people you follow on Instagram. You can choose to follow all of them by tapping the "Follow all" button or individually select the people you want to follow by tapping the "Follow" button next to their names. If you prefer not to follow anyone at this time, you can skip this step by tapping "Next" in the upper-right corner.
6. Tap "Join Threads."
7. Congratulations! You have successfully signed up for Instagram Threads and can now start using the app. The home page will display all the Threads/posts from the people you follow, while the Search page provides recommended accounts and allows you to search for specific accounts. You can compose new Threads, view your notifications, and access your profile through the respective pages.
How to access Threads without an Instagram account?
Also Read: How to download Instagram Threads app: A step-by-step guide
Threads by Instagram is designed as a companion app for Instagram and requires an Instagram account to access its features. To use Threads, you will need to sign in with your Instagram account or create a new account if you don't already have one.
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