Instagram Shares New Guide to Combat Bullying and Negative Interactions on the Platform [Infographic]

Instagram has published a new guide on the various measures users can implement to combat negative experiences on the platform.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 17, 2020

Instagram Adds Keyword Search in Addition to Profiles and Tags

Instagram is changing how search works on its platform, by adding the ability to search via keyword, not just profiles and hashtags.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 17, 2020

Explore the Trendline➔

Top 5 stories from Social Media Today

A look at the recent top stories in social media and what they mean for marketers.

By Social Media Today staff

Instagram Expands 'Guides' Content Display Option to All Users

Instagram is expanding its 'Guides' profile display format to all users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 17, 2020

Instagram Adds New Option Which Enables Users to Opt-Out of Third-Party Data Usage for Ad Targeting

Instagram is adding a new setting to enable users to opt-out of off-platform data tracking.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2020

Facebook Launches New Video Series, Hosted by Post Malone, Exclusively on Messenger and Instagram

Facebook has launched a new show, hosted by Post Malone, exclusively via its new Watch Together option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 14, 2020

Facebook Adds New 'Vanish Mode' Disappearing Messages in Messenger

Facebook has announced a new 'Vanish Mode' for Messenger, which enables users to set their messages to auto-delete after you leave the chat.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 12, 2020

Instagram Adds Reels and Shop Tabs on All User Home Screens

Instagram is looking to add more focus to both Reels and Shops with a redesign of its home screen icons.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 12, 2020

Instagram Adds New Features for Diwali, Including AR Filters and Story Frames

Instagram has added some new features to help users celebrate Diwali, including new AR filters and custom Stories frames.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 9, 2020

Instagram in an Instant [Infographic]

A look at the history, and growth of Instagram over the last decade.

By David Eaves • Nov. 9, 2020

Instagram Tests a New Way for Users to React to Stories Without Sending a DM

Instagram is testing a new option which would display user reactions to Stories on the story frame itself, as opposed to sending the user a DM.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 4, 2020

Instagram Removes 'Recent' Tab from Hashtag Listings to Stop the Spread of Election Misinformation

Instagram has made another move to stop the spread of misinformation ahead of the US election.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 29, 2020

Instagram Extends Length Limit for Instagram Live Broadcasts, Adds Live-Stream Archive

Instagram will now allow all users to live-stream for up to 4 hours, uninterrupted, while it's also adding a new archive function for IG Live broadcasts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 27, 2020

Facebook Announces New Advertising Options for the Holidays, Including Product Tags in Instagram Ads

Facebook has announced some handy new promotional options for the holidays, including new custom audiences and product tags in Instagram ads.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 21, 2020

Instagram Expands Its Badges for Live-Stream Donations, Advances IGTV Ads

Instagram's looking to add more incentive for live-streamers with new Badges which enable fans to donate to creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 20, 2020

4 Tips for Creating a Shop on Facebook and Instagram [Infographic]

Have you created your own Facebook Shop yet? Here's an overview of the basic, essential elements.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2020

Facebook Updates Messenger API to Incorporate Instagram Direct, Enabling New Connection Opportunities

Facebook's updating its Messenger API to also incorporate Instagram Direct into advanced messaging workflows.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2020

Instagram Adds New, Post-Level Age-Gate Tool for Branded Content

Instagram is adding a new, post-level age gate option for brands to better protect young users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2020

Instagram Announces New Crackdown on Influencers Who Fail to Disclose Commercial Partnerships

Instagram will launch new tools, and a new detection effort, to crackdown on influencers that fail to disclose commercial agreements in their posts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 16, 2020

Facebook Adds New Tools and Guides for Coming Out Day 2020

Facebook has announced new tools and guides as part of Coming Out Day 2020.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 11, 2020

Study Shows How to Use Instagram Stories and Story Ads to Drive Results [Infographic]

The team from Socialinsider recently conducted a study of 726,135 Instagram Stories and Story Ads to determine key best practices for the format.

By Adina Jipa • Oct. 8, 2020

Instagram Adds New Audio Features for Reels, Including Option to Save Sounds for Your Clips

Instagram has added some new audio features for Reels as it works to maximize Reels usage.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 8, 2020

Instagram Updates 'Threads' App with Messaging Integration

Instagram has announced a new update for its separate Threads app which adds full messaging integration.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 7, 2020

New Report Finds Snapchat, TikTok Outpace Instagram in Teen Popularity

A new survey conducted by research firm Piper Sandler has found that Snapchat is the most popular app among teen users in the US, followed by TikTok.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 7, 2020

Instagram Tests New Processes to Limit Potentially Offensive Comments

Instagram is adding some new, automated warning prompts to deter people from posting potentially offensive remarks.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 6, 2020

Instagram Releases New Features to Celebrate its 10th Birthday, Including Stories Map

Instagram has added some new features to celebrate its tenth birthday, including a Stories map and a range of app icons.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 6, 2020