Threads: Say more, share your ideas, and connect with your community.

The real-time, text-based conversation app where you can bring your Instagram world and join the discussions that matter. From trending topics to niche hobbies, find your people in a space built for authentic connection.

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Publisher

Instagram, Inc.

Inside the Conversation

Discover the interface used by 521M+ users.

Threads app interface showing a user poll about exercise timing with the headline Ask the community.

Threads app interface showing a text-based conversation thread with multiple replies about hot dog toppings

A screenshot of the Threads app interface showing user conversations with text and voice notes

The Threads app interface featuring a social media feed with text and images.

Smartphone screen displaying the Threads app feed with text based posts and social interactions

Designed for the Modern Conversation

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 521M+ users.

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Seamless Community Sync

Skip the friction of building a new following. Instantly import your Instagram network and start conversing with the creators and friends you already know.

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A Curated, Civil Space

Take back control of your digital life. Use advanced moderation tools to manage mentions, filter replies, and maintain a safe environment for meaningful dialogue.

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Real-Time Cultural Pulse

Whether it is a live sports event, a movie premiere, or a trending tech breakthrough, stay updated with instant insights from your community as it happens.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 521M+ people who love this app.

"I was tired of the negativity elsewhere, but Threads feels like a breath of fresh air. It's so easy to keep up with the people I already follow on Instagram while having actual, meaningful conversations. The moderation makes it a much safer space for sharing my ideas."

Maya, Creative Director

"Threads is my new go-to for real-time updates and quick thoughts. I love the low-pressure vibe compared to the main Instagram feed. It's fast, clean, and actually focused on the conversation. Finally, a text-based app that doesn't feel like a chore to use."

David, Tech Enthusiast

About the app

Everything you need to know about Threads.

Description

Say more with Threads — Instagram’s text-based conversation app. Threads is where communities come together to discuss everything from the topics you care about today to what’ll be trending tomorrow. Whatever it is you’re interested in, you can follow and connect directly with your favorite creators and others who love the same things — or build a loyal following of your own to share your ideas, opinions and creativity with the world! A few things you can do on Threads… ■ Access your Instagram followers Your Instagram username and verification badge are reserved for you. Automatically follow the same accounts you follow on Instagram in a few taps, and discover new accounts too. ■ Share your point of view Spin up a new thread to express what's on your mind. This is your space to be yourself, and you control who can reply. ■ Connect with friends and your favorite creators Jump to the replies to get in on the action and react to commentary, humor and insight from the creators you know and love. Find your community and connect with people who care about whatever it is you’re interested in. ■ Control the conversation Customize your settings and use controls to manage who can see your content, reply to your threads, or mention you. Accounts you’ve blocked will carry over from Instagram, and we’re enforcing the same Community Guidelines to help ensure everyone interacts safely and authentically. ■ Find ideas and inspiration From TV recommendations to career advice, get answers to your questions or learn something new from crowd-sourced conversations, thought leaders and industry experts. ■ Never miss a moment Stay on top of the latest trends and live events. Whether it’s about new music, movie premieres, sports, games, TV shows, fashion, or the latest product releases, find discussions and receive notifications any time your favorite profiles start a new thread. ■ Leap into the fediverse Threads is part of the fediverse, a global, open, social network of independent servers operated by third parties around the world. Servers share information with each other to enable people to connect and discover new things across the fediverse. Meta Terms: https://www.facebook.com/terms.php Meta Privacy Policy: https://privacycenter.instagram.com/policy Threads Supplemental Privacy Policy: https://help.instagram.com/515230437301944 Threads Supplemental Terms: https://help.instagram.com/769983657850450 Instagram Community Guidelines: https://help.instagram.com/477434105621119 Consumer Health Privacy Policy: https://privacycenter.instagram.com/policies/health Learn how we're working to help keep our communities safe across Meta technologies at the Meta Safety Center: https://about.meta.com/actions/safety

Latest Version

412.0

Size

154.4 MB

First Released

Jul 5, 2023

Join the conversation on Threads

Your Instagram community is already here. Bring your followers to a kinder town square and start sharing what matters to you in one tap.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Threads

What is the Threads app?

Threads is Instagram’s text-based conversation app. It provides a platform for communities to discuss topics, follow creators, and share ideas and opinions.

Does Threads integrate with Instagram?

Yes, Threads integrates with Instagram. Users can access their Instagram followers, retain their username and verification badge, and automatically follow Instagram accounts.

Can I post audio on Threads?

Yes, Threads supports audio posts and replies. Users can engage in conversations using both text and speech within the app.

How does Threads ensure user privacy and safety?

Threads ensures user privacy and safety by allowing control over content visibility, replies, and mentions. Blocked Instagram accounts transfer, and the app enforces Community Guidelines.

Is Threads a part of the fediverse?

Yes, Threads is part of the fediverse. It functions as a global, open, social network of independent servers that share information for connection and discovery.

Can users share images on Threads?

Yes, users can share images on Threads. The platform allows sharing ideas and content that include visual elements within posts.

How do I discover new opinions and ideas on Threads?

Threads facilitates discovery of new opinions and ideas through crowd-sourced conversations, thought leaders, and industry experts. It also allows users to follow trends and live events.

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