With the latest update for Threads, users can now exercise greater control over the visibility of their posts on Instagram and Facebook, and also have the option to opt out of cross-platform suggestions. Additionally, they can delete their Threads profile without automatically deleting their Instagram accounts as well. This news comes from reports by The Verge and Engadget.
To disable post suggestions, users can navigate to the Threads app, tap the two lines in the top right corner, access Privacy, and then disable post suggestions on Instagram or Facebook through the provided switches. However, since Meta usually introduces Threads features gradually, users who don’t immediately see these toggles are advised to wait for the rollout.
Regarding account deletion, Meta has addressed a long-standing user request by allowing Threads users to delete their accounts on the app without affecting their Instagram profiles, as confirmed by Adam Mosseri, the app’s top executive. To remove a profile from the Threads app, users can follow the path Settings -> Account -> Delete or deactivate profile.
The update also includes other settings adjustments, such as enabling Threads users to opt out of having their posts promoted in the main feeds of Instagram and Facebook, offering users more control over their Threads experience. Despite these changes, the app remains closely connected to Instagram, as a necessity of joining Threads and the app’s reliance on Instagram’s inbox for its messaging feature underscore the interconnectedness of the two platforms. However, Meta has expressed its intentions to make Threads compatible with ActivityPub, an open-source protocol that powers various services in the fediverse, which could open new avenues for interacting with Threads content independently of Instagram.
In a related update, Threads users can now enjoy additional features introduced by Meta, including an easier method for posting GIFs and incorporating polls within the platform. The platform has seen significant growth, reaching up to 100 million active users, signaling its growing influence in the social media landscape.
As Meta continues to refine Threads and respond to user feedback, the platform’s evolution may offer even more options for users seeking a more independent and customizable experience.
Sources:
The Verge, Engadget
