Less than 24 hours after launching, Meta's newly released alternative to Twitter is already sparking controversy over its policy that prohibits users from deleting their Threads profiles without also deleting their corresponding Instagram accounts.
Threads allows users to post short messages that others can like, share and comment on. Instagram users will be able to keep their usernames and follow the same accounts on the new app.
, some users are warning others of the fine print in the"Supplemental Privacy Policy": You can't delete your Threads profile without also deleting your Instagram account.Sign up for NECN newsletters. The policy has taken many by surprise, with new subscribers venting their frustrations on Threads' competitor platform, Twitter.
The fact that you have to delete your instagram account to delete your threads profile and data is enough to make me not download it lolOthers mirrored that sentiment. One user said the platform seems to be"holding [them] hostage" while another advises against signing up for the app at all.
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
New Meta app Threads explained as Instagram-linked site to compete with TwitterIf you want to bail on Twitter, you might not have to wait long before a competing app explodes onto the scene, as Instagram-linked app Threads drops this month.
Read more »
Threads: Instagram owner launches Twitter-like appThe new app is now available to download in over 100 countries, though not in the European Union.
Read more »
Threads: Instagram launches app to rival TwitterMeta chief Mark Zuckerberg talks up the hope of beating Twitter over user numbers and friendliness.
Read more »
Threads: 7 things you need to know about Instagram's Twitter killerGot questions about Meta's Threads? We've answered them here.
Read more »
Threads: 42 best celebrities to follow on Instagram's answer to TwitterChris Hemsworth, Bella Ramsey and more.
Read more »
Instagram's Threads is a 'much-needed' Twitter competitorSome of the people using Threads on its first day tell the BBC what they think about the app and its future.
Read more »