By Neha Yadav
Published Jul 07, 2023

Hindustan Times
In Focus

FAQs On Meta Threads App

Meta Threads app was launched on July 6, led by Mark Zuckerberg. This new text-based application from Instagram is dubbed as a rival to Elon Musk's Twitter by the users

Here are some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Threads application by Instagram

The Threads app is a text-based platform designed by Instagram that allows users to create a series of text posts

What is the Threads app?

Search for "Threads, an Instagram app" on the App Store or Play Store and download the app. Users can log in with Instagram and choose to import their Instagram profiles

How to sign up for the Threads app?

After you have successfully logged in and created your profile on the application, click on the "New Thread" button, write the text, attach pictures or videos and share it on your profile

How to create a Threads post?

Users can submit up to 500 characters and attach links, images and videos not more than 5 minutes on Threads application

What is the character limit to create a Thread?

Users will be prompted with their Instagram following list to follow on the Threads app after logging in. Users can choose to follow the same accounts they follow on Instagram or they can skip the step

Who can users follow on Threads app?

If your account is set to "Public", then anyone or everyone can see your Threads. However, you can choose who can see the post (either everyone or just your followers) when you are creating a Thread

Who can see your Threads?

If your account is set to "Private", then only your followers will be able to see your Threads

Threads application's logo has garnered mixed reactions from netizens. However, there has been no official statement from the Instagram team so far on Threads logo

What is the significance of Threads logo?