Twitter was flooded with complaints from users trying to access Facebook and Instagram this afternoon.
Facebook is piloting a new test that allows users to automatically share their Instagram Stories on their Facebook account.
Facebook is adding a new Shop tab to its app for U.S. users, allowing them to buy directly from brands within the app. It has also expanded its Shops feature for businesses to a global market.
The profiles of 235M Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube users have been exposed in a database breach after they were collected and stored through a process known as "web scraping."
Instagram used to warn users when they'd seen all new posts on their feed, now a new update will ensure they keep scrolling.
Facebook appears to have started the process of merging Instagram and Messenger chats for both iOS and Android.
A security researcher discovered a now-fixed Instagram bug that meant deleted photos and DMs were kept on Instagram's servers for over a year.
Facebook has been accused of illegally collecting the biometric data of users through a photo-tagging tool that stored the data of 100 million Instagram users.
Facebook has today officially announced its new Instagram feature, Instagram Reels.
Facebook has announced the rollout of a small test of its new Instagram feature, fundraising for personal causes.
Instagram's Reels feature will launch in the U.S. next month, along with nearly 50 other countries. It is currently available in just four countries: Brazil, Germany, France, and India.
Instagram has launched a new set of tools, putting more power in the hands of users who want to secure their accounts. The company says that these are part of its anti-bullying efforts, and will allow users to mass-delete hate comments, restrict tags, and pin positive comments.
Sometimes you want to experience the fun of a social network with friends and family, but you don't necessarily want others creeping in on your photos, videos, and posts. Here's how to turn on private mode and go dark to the public on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.
Even Snapchat and Instagram can't afford to support every different camera setup on so many phones. And it shows.
Instagram now supports Facebook Messenger Rooms, so you can launch a video chat for up to 50 people directly from the Instagram app.
Social media platforms are using their reach and large user-base to bolster social safety nets. Instagram and TikTok are launching new live fundraising features, letting live-streamers raise funds for nonprofits directly.
You can't go to restaurants, but Instagram wants to bring them to you. It's debuted new fundraising and food order stickers aimed at helping small businesses and restaurants keep cash flowing during these troubled times.
Instagram launched web DMs as part of a limited test earlier in January, and it's now rolling out the feature to all just in time for Easter. You'll now be able to send and receive Instagram direct messages through your browser.
Reverse-engineered code in the Instagram app shows the company is working on a toggle that lets you "limit sensitive content."
During the coronavirus pandemic, Instagram has stepped up removing posts with misinformation and banning misleading ads. It has also added a new Co-Watching feature, which allows you to browse posts with your friends while having a video chat.