Threads App: Twitter Competitor for Sharing Updates, Photos, Videos, and Links

Threads, an Instagram app, is now available for download on App Store and Google Play Store. Share text updates, join public conversations, post videos, and photos.

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Log in to Threads using your Instagram account. Connect with people you follow on other platforms. Accessible on desktop via Threads.net.

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Threads app released globally, except for the European Union. Over 2 million signups within 2 hours of its launch.

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Threads app designed similar to Twitter. Like, comment, repost, and share threads. Use your Instagram username for login and explore recommended content.

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Activity feed showcases replies, follow requests, and mentions. Easily share Threads posts to Instagram stories or other platforms.

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Control thread replies: everyone, people you follow, or mentioned users only. Filter replies with hidden words. Manage profiles with blocking, restricting, or reporting options.

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Threads app not compatible with ActivityPub at launch. Company plans to integrate ActivityPub, the open social networking protocol used by Mastodon.

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Threads app poses a significant competition to Twitter. Twitter imposes restrictions on users, while Threads offers more freedom and flexibility.

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Incorporating features to rival Twitter, Threads aims to provide a user-friendly and engaging platform for sharing content globally.

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